Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, Philip W Sugg Middle School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Philip W Sugg Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lisbon Falls, ME, encompassing approximately 23.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philip W Sugg Middle School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
WE ARE LISBON
School Rankings
Philip W Sugg Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philip W Sugg Middle School is 0.19, 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
#223 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
90%
85%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #223 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Philip W Sugg Middle School?
278 students attend Philip W Sugg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Philip W Sugg Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philip W Sugg Middle School?
Philip W Sugg Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philip W Sugg Middle School part of?
Philip W Sugg Middle School is part of Lisbon School District.
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