Serving 170 students in grades 5-8, China 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: China Middle School serves the southeast part of its school district in China Village, ME, covering an area of approximately 56.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
China Middle School's student population of 170 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
China 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 China Middle School is 0.15, 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
#279 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
92%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is China Middle School's ranking?
China Middle School is ranked #279 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are China Middle School often compared to?
China Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like China Primary School, Vassalboro Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend China Middle School?
170 students attend China Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of China Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of China Middle School?
China Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does China Middle School offer ?
China Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is China Middle School part of?
China Middle School is part of RSU 18 School District.
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