Serving 326 students in grades 4-8, Sacopee Valley Middle School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sacopee Valley Middle School's student population of 326 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sacopee Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sacopee Valley Middle School is 0.10, which is less 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
#218 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
95%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Sacopee Valley Middle School's ranking?
Sacopee Valley Middle School is ranked #218 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Sacopee Valley Middle School?
326 students attend Sacopee Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sacopee Valley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sacopee Valley Middle School?
Sacopee Valley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sacopee Valley Middle School offer ?
Sacopee Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sacopee Valley Middle School part of?
Sacopee Valley Middle School is part of RSU 55/MSAD 55 School District.
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