Penquis Valley Middle School serves 73 students in grades 6.
Minority enrollment was 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
97%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Penquis Valley Middle School?
73 students attend Penquis Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Penquis Valley Middle School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Penquis Valley Middle School offer ?
Penquis Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Penquis Valley Middle School part of?
Penquis Valley Middle School is part of Regional School Unit 41/Maine School Administrative District 41 School District.
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