Serving 291 students in grades 7-8, Bruce M Whittier Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is equal to the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bruce M Whittier Middle School's student population of 291 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bruce M Whittier Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bruce M Whittier Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#320 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
93%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruce M Whittier Middle School's ranking?
Bruce M Whittier Middle School is ranked #320 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Bruce M Whittier Middle School?
291 students attend Bruce M Whittier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bruce M Whittier Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bruce M Whittier Middle School?
Bruce M Whittier Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bruce M Whittier Middle School offer ?
Bruce M Whittier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Bruce M Whittier Middle School part of?
Bruce M Whittier Middle School is part of RSU 16 School District.
School Reviews
2 2/10/2020
It has its ups and downs. School is a nightmare. The teachers are ok. Except for one of them. Not going to say the name. This school.... If you can't get in the lunch line in time.... No food. They don't have enough food yet we get punished for running. This school has made me cut myself. It is an ok school but definitely bad care for each kid. Yet accepting. Way too much overpopulation. Not a fan. Don't like it that much.
5 8/26/2019
Very good school great community
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