Serving 537 students in grades 6-8, Brunswick Jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brunswick Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brunswick Jr High School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brunswick Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brunswick Jr High School is 0.34, which is more 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
#145 out of 512 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
81%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
33%
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 Brunswick Jr High School's ranking?
Brunswick Jr High School is ranked #145 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Brunswick Jr High School often compared to?
Brunswick Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeport Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Brunswick Jr High School?
537 students attend Brunswick Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Brunswick Jr High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brunswick Jr High School?
Brunswick Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brunswick Jr High School offer ?
Brunswick Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Brunswick Jr High School part of?
Brunswick Jr High School is part of Brunswick School District.
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