For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 317 students in Holden, ME.
The top ranked public middle schools in Holden, ME are Dedham School and Holbrook School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Holden, ME public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Maine public middle school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 85% statewide average). Middle schools in Holden have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maine public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maine public middle school average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Holden, ME (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dedham School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2065 Main Road
Holden, ME 04429
(207) 843-6498
Holden, ME 04429
(207) 843-6498
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Holbrook School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 Kidder Hill Road
Holden, ME 04429
(207) 843-7769
Holden, ME 04429
(207) 843-7769
Gr: 5-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Holden, ME?
The top ranked public middle schools in Holden, ME include Dedham School and Holbrook School.
How many public middle schools are located in Holden?
2 public middle schools are located in Holden.
What is the racial composition of students in Holden?
Holden public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maine public middle schools average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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