Serving 385 students in grades 6-8, Presque Isle Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 88% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Presque Isle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Presque Isle Middle School's student population of 385 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Presque Isle Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Presque Isle Middle School is 0.24, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 508 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
87%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Presque Isle Middle School's ranking?
Presque Isle Middle School is ranked #135 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Presque Isle Middle School often compared to?
Presque Isle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland District School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Presque Isle Middle School?
385 students attend Presque Isle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Presque Isle Middle School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Presque Isle Middle School?
Presque Isle Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Presque Isle Middle School offer ?
Presque Isle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Presque Isle Middle School part of?
Presque Isle Middle School is part of RSU 79/MSAD 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2017
This school is flat out amazing and I would rather be here than any other school in the state of Maine. The education system is wonderful. The school is very clean and the exterior is immaculate.
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