Serving 333 students in grades 6-8, Waterville Junior High 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 36% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is lower than 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterville Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waterville Junior High School's student population of 333 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterville Junior High 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 Waterville Junior High 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
#378 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
85%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Waterville Junior High School's ranking?
Waterville Junior High School is ranked #378 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Waterville Junior High School often compared to?
Waterville Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winslow Junior High School, George J Mitchell School, Albert S Hall School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Waterville Junior High School?
333 students attend Waterville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Waterville Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterville Junior High School?
Waterville Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterville Junior High School offer ?
Waterville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterville Junior High School part of?
Waterville Junior High School is part of Waterville School District.
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