Serving 198 students in grades 6-8, Winthrop Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winthrop Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Winthrop Middle School's student population of 198 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winthrop Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winthrop Middle School is 0.17, 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
#32 out of 512 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
3%
5%
White
91%
86%
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
28%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winthrop Middle School's ranking?
Winthrop Middle School is ranked #32 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Winthrop Middle School often compared to?
Winthrop Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maranacook Community Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Winthrop Middle School?
198 students attend Winthrop Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Winthrop Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% 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 Winthrop Middle School?
Winthrop Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Winthrop Middle School offer ?
Winthrop Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Winthrop Middle School part of?
Winthrop Middle School is part of Winthrop School District.
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