Serving 330 students in grades 6-8, Troy A Howard 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 35% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is lower 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Troy A Howard Middle School's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Campus Size
60 acres
School Rankings
Troy A Howard 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 Troy A Howard 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
#454 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
92%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Troy A Howard Middle School's ranking?
Troy A Howard Middle School is ranked #454 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Troy A Howard Middle School often compared to?
Troy A Howard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belfast Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Troy A Howard Middle School?
330 students attend Troy A Howard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Troy A Howard Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Troy A Howard Middle School?
Troy A Howard Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Troy A Howard Middle School offer ?
Troy A Howard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Troy A Howard Middle School part of?
Troy A Howard Middle School is part of RSU 71 School District.
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