Serving 473 students in grades 6-8, Skowhegan Area 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 47% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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Skowhegan Area Middle School's student population of 473 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are "DOERS" and work diligently to make a difference in our school, our community and our world.
Skowhegan Area 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 Skowhegan Area Middle School is 0.08, 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
#257 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
96%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Skowhegan Area Middle School's ranking?
Skowhegan Area Middle School is ranked #257 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Skowhegan Area Middle School often compared to?
Skowhegan Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dimensions Academy, Messalonskee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Skowhegan Area Middle School?
473 students attend Skowhegan Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Skowhegan Area Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skowhegan Area Middle School?
Skowhegan Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Skowhegan Area Middle School offer ?
Skowhegan Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skowhegan Area Middle School part of?
Skowhegan Area Middle School is part of Regional School Unit 54/Maine School Administrative District 54.
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