Serving 658 students in grades 5-8, Biddeford 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 73% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is lower 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 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biddeford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Biddeford Middle School's student population of 658 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Biddeford 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 Biddeford Middle School is 0.38, which is more 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
#385 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
8%
4%
White
78%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Biddeford Middle School's ranking?
Biddeford Middle School is ranked #385 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Biddeford Middle School often compared to?
Biddeford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biddeford Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Biddeford Middle School?
658 students attend Biddeford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Biddeford Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Biddeford Middle School?
Biddeford Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Biddeford Middle School offer ?
Biddeford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Biddeford Middle School part of?
Biddeford Middle School is part of Biddeford Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/28/2020
This school is honestly the best tho I would recommend there being more watch out for bullying and I would like to see the 2020 school year schedule for 8th grade!!!
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