Serving 203 students in grades 5-8, Samuel L Wagner 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Samuel L. Wagner Middle School serves the southern part of its district in Winterport, ME, covering an area of approximately 62.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Samuel L Wagner Middle School's student population of 203 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Samuel L Wagner 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 Samuel L Wagner 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
#279 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
85%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel L Wagner Middle School's ranking?
Samuel L Wagner Middle School is ranked #279 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Samuel L Wagner Middle School often compared to?
Samuel L Wagner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampden Academy, Leroy H Smith School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Samuel L Wagner Middle School?
203 students attend Samuel L Wagner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Samuel L Wagner Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel L Wagner Middle School?
Samuel L Wagner Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Samuel L Wagner Middle School offer ?
Samuel L Wagner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samuel L Wagner Middle School part of?
Samuel L Wagner Middle School is part of RSU 22 School District.
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