Serving 475 students in grades 6-8, Greely Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greely Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Greely Middle School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greely Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greely Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 512 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
92%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greely Middle School's ranking?
Greely Middle School is ranked #25 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Greely Middle School often compared to?
Greely Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durham Community School, Mabel I Wilson School, Frank H Harrison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Greely Middle School?
475 students attend Greely Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Greely Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greely Middle School?
Greely Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Greely Middle School offer ?
Greely Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Greely Middle School part of?
Greely Middle School is part of RSU 51/MSAD 51 School District.
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