Serving 230 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 27% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Corinth, ME, encompassing approximately 174.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 8.3 miles and the furthest edge located 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 230 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.19, which is less 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
#475 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #475 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenburn Elementary School, William S. Cohen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
230 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Central Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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