Monmouth Academy is a public school in Monmouth, Maine, United States. It was established as a private school in 1803, hence the word "academy" in its name. The only piece remaining from the original school is the pillared area on the left of what is now known as Monmouth Middle School.
Serving 188 students in grades 9-12, Monmouth Academy 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monmouth Academy's student population of 188 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1803
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Monmouth Academy 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 Monmouth Academy is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#428 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
91%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monmouth Academy's ranking?
Monmouth Academy is ranked #428 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Monmouth Academy often compared to?
Monmouth Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hall-dale Middle And High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monmouth Academy?
The graduation rate of Monmouth Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Monmouth Academy?
188 students attend Monmouth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Monmouth Academy students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monmouth Academy?
Monmouth Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Monmouth Academy offer ?
Monmouth Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monmouth Academy part of?
Monmouth Academy is part of RSU 02 School District.
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