Sumner Middle School serves 166 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sumner Middle School's student population of 166 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sumner Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
90%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Sumner Middle School?
166 students attend Sumner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sumner Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sumner Middle School?
Sumner Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sumner Middle School offer ?
Sumner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sumner Middle School part of?
Sumner Middle School is part of RSU 24 School District.
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