Calais Middle School serves 169 students in grades 5-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 2% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
98%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Calais Middle School?
169 students attend Calais Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Calais Middle School students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calais Middle School?
Calais Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Calais Middle School offer ?
Calais Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Calais Middle School part of?
Calais Middle School is part of Calais Public Schools School District.
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