Serving 284 students in grades 7-8, Tripp 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 86% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tripp Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tripp Middle School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tripp Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tripp Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#129 out of 508 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
94%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tripp Middle School's ranking?
Tripp Middle School is ranked #129 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Tripp Middle School?
284 students attend Tripp Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Tripp Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tripp Middle School?
Tripp Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tripp Middle School offer ?
Tripp Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Tripp Middle School part of?
Tripp Middle School is part of RSU 52/MSAD 52 School District.
School Reviews
2 1/6/2020
This school is one of the worst I have been in. When you can't do something specific in a class and tell a teacher, they do nothing. Have your parents and a big group of teachers to back you up or you wouldn't have a voice and takes a very long time to resolve it. You can't an advocate for yourself in this school. And for different learners here in this school. You wouldn't survive from the stress and not help.
2 5/23/2011
Although being a public school, many classes have a religious based curriculum without taking into account the many different beliefs present in the school. They leave the children feeling incompetent and scared to attend classes. Many of the staff themselves take sides during student involvement. They openly call the students stupid and liars. They refuse to involve parents in any of the day-to-day issues. They insist on treating 12 and 13 year old children as adults capable of making life decisions on their own but then punish them when parents fail to sign or return material. Staff is uncooperative and rude to parents and caregivers. Many complaints by parents not only go unresolved but the students are the ones to pay the price in detention and suspension. Student belongings are not secure, with some students being singled out to have locker and bag searches with no valid reason. Not only would I NOT recommend this school, I would openly advocate for home schooling if there are no alternatives.
2 11/9/2010
Because this school does a BAD job when it comes to people being picked on.!
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