Sanford High School

When I graduated in 2005, I left with an excellent education because I worked at it. That being said, the teachers I had were thoughtful, evocative, helpful, and supportive. I did realize that if you did not take an honors or AP class in math, the quality of teaching was not stellar. However, there's a reason why we have a Maine Teacher of the Year in almost every department. AP and Honors classes offered in every major and most secondary subjects, excellent arts program, great sports program, and also the option to take vocational classes in a plethora of subjects in conjunction with your regular classes. The extracurricular activities are numerous, like multiple championships in Mock Trail including varsity, the former highest attendance Civil Rights club in the state of Maine, a well-traveled Foreign Languages club, a published Writing Club, and Maine State Champion drama club. Don't be afraid to send your kids here. Like all, you either sink or swim, but there's so many opportunities to flourish in this environment, and people to help you along the way.
—Submitted by a student

Sanford High School, like any school, is what you make of it. When I graduated a few years ago there were more than adequate oportunities to join sports, clubs and get academic assistance. There were several options for the arts. I took several AP and honors level courses while there that helped to prepare me for college. Although I was shy, I got to know my teachers very well, and the administration was friendly and approachable. Several teachers there are exceptional, and most are very good. There is a definate lack of funding, however, and a bigger school is needed. If you don't want to work hard then you probably won't do well at this high school (or any school), but any student who tries can do well or find help to do well at this school.
—Submitted by a student

unsafe school, poor quility of teachers, i pulled my kids out of this school do to safety issues, they put there pay checks before the students education,
—Submitted by a parent

Sanford High School along with Noble High School are horrible. The classes are crowded and busy. Teachers are not interested in getting to know any particular student and aren't very helpful. I then went to Sanford's Alternative program which was decent until teachers began talking like students about other children in the school. It was childish and not worth dealing with. Sanfords 'fine educators' are not that at all. I'm leaving the Sanford school system to obtain a diploma through an adult education program from another town entirely. They really do let a lot of kids slip through the cracks.
—Submitted by a student

Sanford High School has been excellent for my duaghter entering her junior year and as parents we look forward to the high school experience our yonuger daughter, who will be entering her freshmen year. Principla Young, Vice Principal Roberts and Guidance Director are tremendous leaders and have put in place an organization where parents can be a huge part of their children's education at sanford High School. Very organized and a pleasant surprise.
—Submitted by a parent

Sanford is a quality school with good people. Everything is there if you put your time to good use.
—Submitted by a parent

sanford is a boring school they only help the super bright kids or the kids ont he verge of quiting they have no room for average
—Submitted by a parent

sanford was a good high school, the teachers really did wonderful to make sure you was always part of the class. but there was a lack of money going into classes!!!!!!!! it all went to the sports teams, the arts department was all paid for by the teachers!!! I really think the school needs to rebuget the noney so it is fairly spread out!!!!
—Submitted by R. R., a former student

From a student's perspective, Sanford high isn't so bad. There are many ways to be involved here especially when it comes to extra-curricular activities. And if you want a spirited school with a lot of pride, come to one of our homecoming games. Sanford high makes it a fun experience to be in high school. and we learn plenty with all the different curricular options to choose from.
—Submitted by m, a student