Serving 482 students in grades 6-8, Lyman Moore Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 74% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyman Moore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lyman Moore Middle School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyman Moore Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyman Moore Middle School is 0.62, which is more 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
#327 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
29%
5%
White
54%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyman Moore Middle School's ranking?
Lyman Moore Middle School is ranked #327 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Lyman Moore Middle School often compared to?
Lyman Moore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School, King Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Lyman Moore Middle School?
482 students attend Lyman Moore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lyman Moore Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyman Moore Middle School?
Lyman Moore Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyman Moore Middle School offer ?
Lyman Moore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lyman Moore Middle School part of?
Lyman Moore Middle School is part of Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Lyman Moore Middle School located?
Lyman Moore Middle School is located in the North Deering neighborhood of Portland, ME. There are 3 other public schools located in North Deering.
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