Serving 193 students in grades 6-8, Winthrop Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (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 Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winthrop Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Winthrop Middle School's student population of 193 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect ~ Compassion ~ Integrity ~ Responsibility ~ Cooperation
School Rankings
Winthrop Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winthrop Middle School is 0.15, 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
#135 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
92%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winthrop Middle School's ranking?
Winthrop Middle School is ranked #135 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Winthrop Middle School often compared to?
Winthrop Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maranacook Community Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Winthrop Middle School?
193 students attend Winthrop Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Winthrop Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winthrop Middle School?
Winthrop Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Winthrop Middle School offer ?
Winthrop Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winthrop Middle School part of?
Winthrop Middle School is part of Winthrop School District.
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