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Biddeford Middle School

Middle School · Biddeford Public Schools

25 Tiger Drive, Biddeford, ME 04005

Enrollment

498

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

5.1

Grades

5th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maine schools

#411 of 542

In Biddeford

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Biddeford Public Schools

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Biddeford Middle School

5.1/10

Middle School in Biddeford · grades 5th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Biddeford Intermediate School

7.1/10

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Biddeford Primary School

3.7/10

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About Biddeford Middle School

Biddeford Middle School is a public middle school in Biddeford, ME, part of Biddeford Public Schools. Biddeford Middle School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades 5th-7th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Biddeford Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #411 of 542 schools in ME.

Structured state assessment records for Biddeford Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below ME schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • ME avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Biddeford Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Biddeford Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

42% of students at Biddeford Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,349
Chronic Absenteeism41.6%

Biddeford Middle School — Students at Biddeford Middle School score 75% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
73%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
83%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
79%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Biddeford Middle School Compares

See how Biddeford Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
24th percentile in ME
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

25 Tiger Drive, Biddeford, ME 04005

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Biddeford Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Saco Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Saco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loranger Memorial School (rated 5.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Old Orchard Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Biddeford, see our Biddeford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Biddeford Intermediate School Biddeford 0.1 mi 7.1
Biddeford Primary School Biddeford 0.3 mi 3.7
John F Kennedy Memorial School Biddeford 0.4 mi 4.5
Biddeford High School Biddeford 1.6 mi 6.3
Governor John Fairfield School Saco 2.1 mi 7.5
C K Burns School Saco 2.3 mi 8.2
THORNTON ACADEMY Saco 2.5 mi 3.8
Young School Saco 2.8 mi 8.0
Saco Middle School Saco 3.6 mi 9.0
THE SCHOOL AT SWEETSER Saco 3.3 mi 6.0
Saco Pre-K Saco 4.7 mi 4.5
Mildred L Day School Arundel 4.1 mi 7.8
Jameson Elementary School Old Orchard Beach 4.4 mi 3.0
Old Orchard Beach High School Old Orchard Beach 4.6 mi 6.7
Loranger Memorial School Old Orchard Beach 4.6 mi 5.9
Kennebunk Elementary School Kennebunk 6.2 mi 3.3
Kennebunkport Consolidated Sch Kennebunkport 7.7 mi 5.1
Kennebunk High School Kennebunk 6.8 mi 7.2
Sea Road School Kennebunk 7.4 mi 6.7
THE NEW SCHOOL Kennebunk 7.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,268

Median Home Value

$351,700

Median Rent

$1,186/mo

Population

24,698

College Educated

29.5%

Homeownership

52%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

37.1

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Windham Middle School Windham, ME 5.5
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Tripp Middle School Turner, ME 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Biddeford Middle School

What grades does Biddeford Middle School serve?

Biddeford Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 7th.

How many students attend Biddeford Middle School?

Biddeford Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Biddeford Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Biddeford Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Biddeford Middle School rank in ME?

Biddeford Middle School ranks #411 of 542 schools in ME.

What is Biddeford Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Biddeford Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Biddeford Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Biddeford Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Biddeford Middle School a charter school?

No, Biddeford Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Biddeford Middle School a Title I school?

No, Biddeford Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Biddeford Middle School?

60.6% of students at Biddeford Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 7th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.6%

District

Biddeford Public Schools
District Enrollment
2,398
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,349
District Rank
#3 of 5

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