Serving 108 students in grades 6-8, Searsport District 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Searsport District Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Searsport, ME, covering approximately 72.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Searsport District Middle School's student population of 108 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
108 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Searsport District 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 Searsport District Middle School is 0.06, 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
#461 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
97%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Searsport District Middle School's ranking?
Searsport District Middle School is ranked #461 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Searsport District Middle School?
108 students attend Searsport District Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Searsport District Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Searsport District Middle School?
Searsport District Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Searsport District Middle School offer ?
Searsport District Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Searsport District Middle School part of?
Searsport District Middle School is part of RSU 20 School District.
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