Serving 571 students in grades 6-8, Saco 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 89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saco Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Saco Middle School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saco Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saco Middle School is 0.26, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 508 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
5%
4%
White
86%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saco Middle School's ranking?
Saco Middle School is ranked #132 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Saco Middle School?
571 students attend Saco Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Saco Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saco Middle School?
Saco Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saco Middle School offer ?
Saco Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Saco Middle School part of?
Saco Middle School is part of Saco Public Schools School District.
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