Serving 335 students in grades 6-8, Spruce Mountain Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is lower 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 5% 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: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spruce Mountain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Spruce Mountain Middle School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Spruce Mountain Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spruce Mountain Middle School is 0.10, 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
#272 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
95%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spruce Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Spruce Mountain Middle School is ranked #272 out of 512 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?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Spruce Mountain Middle School?
335 students attend Spruce Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Spruce Mountain Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spruce Mountain Middle School?
Spruce Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spruce Mountain Middle School offer ?
Spruce Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spruce Mountain Middle School part of?
Spruce Mountain Middle School is part of RSU 73 School District.
In what neighborhood is Spruce Mountain Middle School located?
Spruce Mountain Middle School is located in the Chisholm neighborhood of Jay, ME. There are 2 other public schools located in Chisholm.
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