Serving 168 students in grades 6-8, Telstar Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telstar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Telstar Middle School's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Mascot
Yosemite Sam
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Colors
White, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Telstar Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telstar Middle School is 0.21, 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
#201 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
89%
86%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Telstar Middle School's ranking?
Telstar Middle School is ranked #201 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Telstar Middle School often compared to?
Telstar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School, Telstar High School, Gorham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Telstar Middle School?
168 students attend Telstar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Telstar Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Telstar Middle School?
Telstar Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Telstar Middle School offer ?
Telstar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telstar Middle School part of?
Telstar Middle School is part of RSU 44/MSAD 44 School District.
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