Serving 544 students in grades 6-8, Brunswick Jr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Brunswick Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Brunswick school district in Brunswick, ME, covering approximately 54.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brunswick Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brunswick Jr High School's student population of 544 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Brunswick Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brunswick Jr High School is 0.34, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
81%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brunswick Jr High School's ranking?
Brunswick Jr High School is ranked #114 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Brunswick Jr High School often compared to?
Brunswick Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeport Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Brunswick Jr High School?
544 students attend Brunswick Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Brunswick Jr High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brunswick Jr High School?
Brunswick Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brunswick Jr High School offer ?
Brunswick Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brunswick Jr High School part of?
Brunswick Jr High School is part of Brunswick School District.
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