Serving 533 students in grades 6-8, Mt Ararat 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 46% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt Ararat Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Topsham, ME, covering approximately 246.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 22.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt Ararat Middle School's student population of 533 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Year Founded
2001
School Rankings
Mt Ararat 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 Mt Ararat 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
#312 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
93%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Mt Ararat Middle School's ranking?
Mt Ararat Middle School is ranked #312 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Mt Ararat Middle School often compared to?
Mt Ararat Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bath Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Mt Ararat Middle School?
533 students attend Mt Ararat Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mt Ararat Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Ararat Middle School?
Mt Ararat Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mt Ararat Middle School offer ?
Mt Ararat Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Ararat Middle School part of?
Mt Ararat Middle School is part of RSU 75/MSAD 75 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is the most awesome school in the world! The teachers and staff are great, there are so many sports you can participate in, and you take art in all three grades. There is also a sports awards night after each sports season where all the athletes and coaches get recognized for their great work.
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