Serving 651 students in grades 6-8, Scarborough Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scarborough Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Scarborough Middle School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Scarborough Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scarborough Middle School is 0.34, 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
#114 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
5%
5%
White
81%
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
6%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Scarborough Middle School's ranking?
Scarborough Middle School is ranked #114 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Scarborough Middle School often compared to?
Scarborough Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scarborough High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Scarborough Middle School?
651 students attend Scarborough Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Scarborough Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scarborough Middle School?
Scarborough Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Scarborough Middle School offer ?
Scarborough Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scarborough Middle School part of?
Scarborough Middle School is part of Scarborough School District.
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