Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Mt Ararat 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 85% (which is equal to 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 and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt Ararat Middle School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt Ararat 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 Mt Ararat 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
#311 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
93%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
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 Mt Ararat Middle School's ranking?
Mt Ararat Middle School is ranked #311 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Mt Ararat Middle School often compared to?
Mt Ararat Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bath Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Mt Ararat Middle School?
571 students attend Mt Ararat Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mt Ararat Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Ararat Middle School?
Mt Ararat Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mt Ararat Middle School offer ?
Mt Ararat Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mt Ararat Middle School part of?
Mt Ararat Middle School is part of RSU 75/MSAD 75 School District.
School Reviews
5 2/2/2007
This is the most awesome school in the world! The teachers and staff are great, there are so many sports you can participate in, and you take art in all three grades. There is also a sports awards night after each sports season where all the athletes and coaches get recognized for their great work.
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