Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Gorham Middle 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 90% (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 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gorham Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gorham Middle School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gorham Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gorham Middle School is 0.17, 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
#78 out of 508 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
91%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gorham Middle School's ranking?
Gorham Middle School is ranked #78 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Gorham Middle School often compared to?
Gorham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gorham High School, Village Elementary School-gorham, Narragansett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% 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 Gorham Middle School?
628 students attend Gorham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gorham Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gorham Middle School?
Gorham Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gorham Middle School offer ?
Gorham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gorham Middle School part of?
Gorham Middle School is part of Gorham Public Schools School District.
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