Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Windham 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 37% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to 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 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Windham Middle School serves the southern part of Windham, ME, encompassing an area of approximately 50.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with most residing within 3.5 miles of its edges and the furthest point being 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Windham Middle School's student population of 571 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence Together
School Rankings
Windham 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 Windham Middle School is 0.26, 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
#349 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
4%
5%
White
86%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windham Middle School's ranking?
Windham Middle School is ranked #349 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Windham Middle School?
571 students attend Windham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Windham Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windham Middle School?
Windham Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Windham Middle School offer ?
Windham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Windham Middle School part of?
Windham Middle School is part of RSU 14 School District.
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