Serving 441 students in grades 5-8, Wells Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wells Junior High School's student population of 441 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wells Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Junior High 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
#57 out of 512 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
94%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Junior High School's ranking?
Wells Junior High School is ranked #57 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Wells Junior High School often compared to?
Wells Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noble Middle School, Middle School Of The Kennebunks, Marshwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Wells Junior High School?
441 students attend Wells Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wells Junior High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wells Junior High School?
Wells Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wells Junior High School offer ?
Wells Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Wells Junior High School part of?
Wells Junior High School is part of Wells-Ogunquit Csd School District.
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