Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Philip W Sugg Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philip W Sugg Middle School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philip W Sugg Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philip W Sugg Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 508 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philip W Sugg Middle School's ranking?
Philip W Sugg Middle School is ranked #133 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Philip W Sugg Middle School?
286 students attend Philip W Sugg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Philip W Sugg 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 Philip W Sugg Middle School?
Philip W Sugg Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Philip W Sugg Middle School offer ?
Philip W Sugg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Philip W Sugg Middle School part of?
Philip W Sugg Middle School is part of Lisbon Public Schools School District.
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