Serving 452 students in grades 6-8, Messalonskee Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 86% (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 6% 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: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Messalonskee Middle School's student population of 452 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Messalonskee Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Messalonskee Middle School is 0.12, 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
#219 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
94%
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
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Messalonskee Middle School's ranking?
Messalonskee Middle School is ranked #219 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Messalonskee Middle School often compared to?
Messalonskee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea Elementary School, Waterville Junior High 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 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Messalonskee Middle School?
452 students attend Messalonskee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Messalonskee Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Messalonskee Middle School?
Messalonskee Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Messalonskee Middle School offer ?
Messalonskee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Messalonskee Middle School part of?
Messalonskee Middle School is part of RSU 18 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/15/2021
Our family chose the Messalonskee School District for its engaging teaching staff, world class music and theatre programs, competitive athletics, co-curricular offerings, supportive community, and college recruitment opportunities. They offer 4 curriculum levels: AP: Advanced Placement, DE: Dual Enrollment (Concurrent Enrollment), CP: College Prep (will be designated on transcript), CTE: Career & Technical Education. I couldn't ask for a better school district to send my children.
2 1/19/2012
No child left behind means...everyone passes and 60% of the students are on honor roll. No one will be ready for college.
No responsibility or accountability at this school,everyone is top of their class! Ridiculous...why try,,,grades are free!
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