Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, Marshwood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marshwood Middle School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Marshwood 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 Marshwood Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 500 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
92%
85%
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
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshwood Middle School's ranking?
Marshwood Middle School is ranked #110 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Marshwood Middle School often compared to?
Marshwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noble Middle School, York Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Marshwood Middle School?
490 students attend Marshwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Marshwood Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshwood Middle School?
Marshwood Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marshwood Middle School offer ?
Marshwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshwood Middle School part of?
Marshwood Middle School is part of RSU 35/MSAD 35 School District.
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