Serving 718 students in grades 6-8, Gorham Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gorham Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gorham Middle School's student population of 718 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gorham Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gorham Middle School is 0.27, 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
#65 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-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 Gorham Middle School's ranking?
Gorham Middle School is ranked #65 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Gorham Middle School often compared to?
Gorham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gorham High School, Village Elementary School-gorham, Telstar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Gorham Middle School?
718 students attend Gorham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gorham Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gorham Middle School?
Gorham Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gorham Middle School offer ?
Gorham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gorham Middle School part of?
Gorham Middle School is part of Gorham School District.
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