Serving 98 students in grades 6-8, Hichborn Middle School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hichborn Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Howland, ME, encompassing approximately 202.1 square miles. This area typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hichborn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hichborn Middle School's student population of 98 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Hichborn Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hichborn Middle School is 0.06, 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
#230 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
White
97%
85%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hichborn Middle School's ranking?
Hichborn Middle School is ranked #230 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Hichborn Middle School?
98 students attend Hichborn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hichborn Middle School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hichborn Middle School?
Hichborn Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hichborn Middle School offer ?
Hichborn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hichborn Middle School part of?
Hichborn Middle School is part of RSU 31/MSAD 31 School District.
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