Telstar High School is a high school located in Bethel, Maine, in the United States as part of Maine School Administrative District 44.
Serving 168 students in grades 6-8, Telstar 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telstar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Telstar Middle School's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
White, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Telstar 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 Telstar Middle School is 0.21, which is less 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
#269 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
89%
86%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yosemite Sam
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telstar Middle School's ranking?
Telstar Middle School is ranked #269 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Telstar Middle School often compared to?
Telstar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School, Narragansett Elementary School, Gorham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Telstar Middle School?
168 students attend Telstar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Telstar Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Telstar Middle School?
Telstar Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Telstar Middle School offer ?
Telstar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telstar Middle School part of?
Telstar Middle School is part of RSU 44/MSAD 44 School District.
School Reviews
Review Telstar Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children’s wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we’ll take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.
