Serving 444 students in grades 6-8, Gardiner Regional Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 7% 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: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardiner Regional Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gardiner Regional Middle School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Gardiner Regional Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardiner Regional Middle School is 0.13, 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
#114 out of 512 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
3%
5%
White
93%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Gardiner Regional Middle School's ranking?
Gardiner Regional Middle School is ranked #114 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Gardiner Regional Middle School often compared to?
Gardiner Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hall-dale Middle And High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Gardiner Regional Middle School?
444 students attend Gardiner Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gardiner Regional Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardiner Regional Middle School?
Gardiner Regional Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gardiner Regional Middle School offer ?
Gardiner Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardiner Regional Middle School part of?
Gardiner Regional Middle School is part of RSU 11/MSAD 11 School District.
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