Serving 495 students in grades 6-8, Messalonskee 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 48% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Messalonskee Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Oakland, ME, covering an area of approximately 163.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Messalonskee Middle School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaging Learners, Strengthening Communities, Creating Global Leaders
School Rankings
Messalonskee 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 Messalonskee 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
#252 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
White
92%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Messalonskee Middle School's ranking?
Messalonskee Middle School is ranked #252 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Messalonskee Middle School often compared to?
Messalonskee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea Elementary School, Waterville Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Messalonskee Middle School?
495 students attend Messalonskee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Messalonskee Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Messalonskee Middle School?
Messalonskee Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Messalonskee Middle School offer ?
Messalonskee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Messalonskee Middle School part of?
Messalonskee Middle School is part of RSU 18 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
No child left behind means...everyone passes and 60% of the students are on honor roll. No one will be ready for college.
No responsibility or accountability at this school,everyone is top of their class! Ridiculous...why try,,,grades are free!
5 10/10/2025
Our family chose the Messalonskee School District for its engaging teaching staff, world class music and theatre programs, competitive athletics, co-curricular offerings, supportive community, and college recruitment opportunities. They offer 4 curriculum levels: AP: Advanced Placement, DE: Dual Enrollment (Concurrent Enrollment), CP: College Prep (will be designated on transcript), CTE: Career & Technical Education. I couldn't ask for a better school district to send my children.
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