Serving 292 students in grades 6-8, Freeport Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 69% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeport 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
Freeport Middle School's student population of 292 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Freeport Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freeport Middle School is 0.29, 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
#34 out of 500 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
9%
5%
White
84%
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
15%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Freeport Middle School's ranking?
Freeport Middle School is ranked #34 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Freeport Middle School often compared to?
Freeport Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brunswick Jr High School, Freeport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Freeport Middle School?
292 students attend Freeport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Freeport Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% 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 Freeport Middle School?
Freeport Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Freeport Middle School offer ?
Freeport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freeport Middle School part of?
Freeport Middle School is part of RSU 05 School District.
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