Serving 353 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 84% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Presque Isle Middle School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat 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
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Presque Isle Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Presque Isle Middle School is 0.27, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 512 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
85%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Presque Isle Middle School's ranking?
Presque Isle Middle School is ranked #147 out of 512 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?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% 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?
353 students attend Presque Isle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Presque Isle Middle School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 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 5/9/2017
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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