Serving 236 students in grades 6-8, Central 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 72% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central 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 Central 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
#447 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
95%
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
37%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #447 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?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
236 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Central Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of RSU 64/MSAD 64 School District.
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