Serving 307 students in grades 6-8, Oceanside Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 40% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oceanside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Oceanside Middle School's student population of 307 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Oceanside Middle School, Grades 6-8!
School Rankings
Oceanside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oceanside Middle School is 0.17, 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
#344 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
1%
5%
White
91%
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
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oceanside Middle School's ranking?
Oceanside Middle School is ranked #344 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Oceanside Middle School?
307 students attend Oceanside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Oceanside Middle School students are White, 4% 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 Oceanside Middle School?
Oceanside Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oceanside Middle School offer ?
Oceanside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oceanside Middle School part of?
Oceanside Middle School is part of RSU 13 School District.
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