Serving 470 students in grades 6-8, Lyman Moore 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 34% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyman Moore Middle School serves the northeast part of Portland, ME, covering an area of approximately 9.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyman Moore Middle School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyman Moore 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 Lyman Moore Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#356 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
26%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
51%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Lyman Moore Middle School's ranking?
Lyman Moore Middle School is ranked #356 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Lyman Moore Middle School often compared to?
Lyman Moore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School, King Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Lyman Moore Middle School?
470 students attend Lyman Moore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lyman Moore Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyman Moore Middle School?
Lyman Moore Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyman Moore Middle School offer ?
Lyman Moore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyman Moore Middle School part of?
Lyman Moore Middle School is part of Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Lyman Moore Middle School located?
Lyman Moore Middle School is located in the North Deering neighborhood of Portland, ME. There are 3 other public schools located in North Deering.
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