Serving 181 students in grades 5-8, Jordan-small 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 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jordan-Small Middle School serves the northern part of Raymond, ME, covering an area of approximately 44.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 4.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 7.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jordan-small Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jordan-small Middle School's student population of 181 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
181 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
Jordan-small 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 Jordan-small 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
#169 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
92%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-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 Jordan-small Middle School's ranking?
Jordan-small Middle School is ranked #169 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 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Jordan-small Middle School?
181 students attend Jordan-small Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jordan-small Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jordan-small Middle School?
Jordan-small Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jordan-small Middle School offer ?
Jordan-small Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jordan-small Middle School part of?
Jordan-small Middle School is part of RSU 14 School District.
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