Serving 508 students in grades 6-8, Mt Blue 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 38% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is lower 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 5% 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: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt Blue Middle School's student population of 508 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
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings
Mt Blue 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 Blue Middle School is 0.10, 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
#359 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Blue Middle School's ranking?
Mt Blue Middle School is ranked #359 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Mt Blue Middle School often compared to?
Mt Blue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Blue High School, Cascade Brook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Mt Blue Middle School?
508 students attend Mt Blue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mt Blue Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Blue Middle School?
Mt Blue Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mt Blue Middle School offer ?
Mt Blue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Blue Middle School part of?
Mt Blue Middle School is part of RSU 09 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Just a very nice school as a whole
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