Serving 479 students in grades 6-8, Marshwood Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marshwood Middle School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marshwood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshwood Middle School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 508 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
93%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshwood Middle School's ranking?
Marshwood Middle School is ranked #72 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Marshwood Middle School often compared to?
Marshwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noble Middle School, York Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Marshwood Middle School?
479 students attend Marshwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Marshwood Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshwood Middle School?
Marshwood Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marshwood Middle School offer ?
Marshwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marshwood Middle School part of?
Marshwood Middle School is part of RSU 35/MSAD 35 School District.
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