Serving 354 students in grades 6-8, Presque Isle Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Presque Isle Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 227.2 square miles in Presque Isle, ME. Families typically face a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Presque Isle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Presque Isle Middle School's student population of 354 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Presque Isle Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Presque Isle Middle School is 0.26, 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
#131 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Presque Isle Middle School's ranking?
Presque Isle Middle School is ranked #131 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Presque Isle Middle School often compared to?
Presque Isle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland District School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Presque Isle Middle School?
354 students attend Presque Isle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Presque Isle Middle School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Presque Isle Middle School?
Presque Isle Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Presque Isle Middle School offer ?
Presque Isle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Presque Isle Middle School part of?
Presque Isle Middle School is part of RSU 79/MSAD 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is flat out amazing and I would rather be here than any other school in the state of Maine. The education system is wonderful. The school is very clean and the exterior is immaculate.
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