Serving 490 students in grades 7-8, Auburn Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Auburn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Auburn Middle School's student population of 490 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Mascot
Flash The Falcon
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Auburn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburn Middle School is 0.35, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#421 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
12%
5%
White
80%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auburn Middle School's ranking?
Auburn Middle School is ranked #421 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Auburn Middle School?
490 students attend Auburn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Auburn Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Auburn Middle School?
Auburn Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Auburn Middle School offer ?
Auburn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Auburn Middle School part of?
Auburn Middle School is part of Auburn School District.
School Reviews
5 3/3/2020
The staff is positive, encouraging and motivated to teach. The overall school environment is positive and upbeat, which is extremely important for middle school students. The communication between staff and parents is amazing. The principle and other staff do a great job making themselves available to parents and students.
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