Serving 654 students in grades 6-8, Massabesic Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Massabesic Middle School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Massabesic Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Massabesic Middle School is 0.10, 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
#202 out of 508 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Massabesic Middle School's ranking?
Massabesic Middle School is ranked #202 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Massabesic Middle School often compared to?
Massabesic Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshwood Middle School, York Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Massabesic Middle School?
654 students attend Massabesic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Massabesic Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Massabesic Middle School?
Massabesic Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Massabesic Middle School offer ?
Massabesic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Massabesic Middle School part of?
Massabesic Middle School is part of RSU 57/MSAD 57 School District.
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