Serving 441 students in grades 5-8, Wells Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wells Junior High School's student population of 441 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Motto
Knowledge is Power
School Rankings
Wells Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Junior High School is 0.15, 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
#66 out of 500 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
92%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wells Junior High School's ranking?
Wells Junior High School is ranked #66 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Wells Junior High School often compared to?
Wells Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noble Middle School, Middle School Of The Kennebunks, Marshwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Wells Junior High School?
441 students attend Wells Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wells Junior High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells Junior High School?
Wells Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wells Junior High School offer ?
Wells Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Junior High School part of?
Wells Junior High School is part of Wells-Ogunquit Csd School District.
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