Top Rankings
RSU 05 School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 10%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 5%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 10%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 10%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 768 students in RSU 05 School District. This district's average middle testing ranking is 9/10, which is in the top 20% of public middle schools in Maine.
Public Middle Schools in RSU 05 School District have an average math proficiency score of 91% (versus the Maine public middle school average of 82%), and reading proficiency score of 93% (versus the 85% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maine public middle school average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (ME)
# Schools
6 Schools
205 Schools
# Students
2,086 Students
54,742 Students
# Teachers
182 Teachers
5,171 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
District Rank
RSU 05 School District, which is ranked within the top 10% of all 191 school districts in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 95% has increased from 90-94% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#14 out of 222 school districts
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥95%
84%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.25
0.24
# American Indian Students
9 Students
675 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
1%
# Asian Students
42 Students
618 Students
% Asian Students
2%
1%
# Hispanic Students
66 Students
1,735 Students
% Hispanic Students
3%
3%
# Black Students
119 Students
1,973 Students
% Black Students
6%
4%
# White Students
1,800 Students
47,794 Students
% White Students
86%
87%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
42 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
50 Students
1,905 Students
% of Two or more races Students
2%
4%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
96
887
# Students in K Grade:
152
1,595
# Students in 1st Grade:
144
1,641
# Students in 2nd Grade:
162
1,729
# Students in 3rd Grade:
162
1,772
# Students in 4th Grade:
149
1,949
# Students in 5th Grade:
163
4,404
# Students in 6th Grade:
141
10,295
# Students in 7th Grade:
142
12,554
# Students in 8th Grade:
143
12,727
# Students in 9th Grade:
156
1,281
# Students in 10th Grade:
164
1,292
# Students in 11th Grade:
143
1,376
# Students in 12th Grade:
169
1,240
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $18,457 in this school district is less than the state median of $21,600. The school district revenue/student has declined by 6% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $17,132 is less than the state median of $21,191. The school district spending/student has declined by 6% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$39 MM
$3,617 MM
Spending
$36 MM
$3,549 MM
Revenue / Student
$18,457
$21,600
Spending / Student
$17,132
$21,191
Best RSU 05 School District Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Durham Community School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
654 Hallowell Road
Durham, ME 04222
(207) 353-9333
Durham, ME 04222
(207) 353-9333
Grades: PK-8
| 476 students
Rank: #22.
Freeport Middle School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19 Kendall Lane
Freeport, ME 04032
(207) 865-6051
Freeport, ME 04032
(207) 865-6051
Grades: 6-8
| 292 students
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
