Serving 619 students in grades 6-8, Massabesic 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 45% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
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), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Massabesic Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of East Waterboro, ME, covering approximately 228.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Massabesic Middle School's student population of 619 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Massabesic 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 Massabesic Middle School is 0.13, 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
#221 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
93%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Massabesic Middle School's ranking?
Massabesic Middle School is ranked #221 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Massabesic Middle School often compared to?
Massabesic Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshwood Middle School, York Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Massabesic Middle School?
619 students attend Massabesic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Massabesic Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Massabesic Middle School?
Massabesic Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Massabesic Middle School offer ?
Massabesic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Massabesic Middle School part of?
Massabesic Middle School is part of RSU 57/MSAD 57 School District.
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