Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Frank H Harrison Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 96% (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 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank H Harrison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Frank H Harrison Middle School's student population of 371 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Frank H Harrison Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank H Harrison Middle School is 0.26, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 500 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
86%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
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 Frank H Harrison Middle School's ranking?
Frank H Harrison Middle School is ranked #5 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Frank H Harrison Middle School often compared to?
Frank H Harrison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greely Middle School, Freeport Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 96% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Frank H Harrison Middle School?
371 students attend Frank H Harrison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Frank H Harrison Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank H Harrison Middle School?
Frank H Harrison Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frank H Harrison Middle School offer ?
Frank H Harrison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank H Harrison Middle School part of?
Frank H Harrison Middle School is part of Yarmouth Schools School District.
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