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#330 of 542 schools in ME
Based on limited data
Day Mountain Regional Middle School
Middle School · RSU 58/MSAD 58
110 N Main Street, Strong, ME 04983
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ME statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#330 of 542
In district
#3 of 4
RSU 58/MSAD 58
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Day Mountain Regional Middle School
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About Day Mountain Regional Middle School
Day Mountain Regional Middle School is a public middle school in Strong, ME, part of RSU 58/MSAD 58. Day Mountain Regional Middle School serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Day Mountain Regional Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #330 of 542 schools in ME.
Based on limited data: 48% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- ME avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, Day Mountain Regional Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Day Mountain Regional Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
35% of students at Day Mountain Regional 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Day Mountain Regional Middle School Compares
See how Day Mountain Regional Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
110 N Main Street, Strong, ME 04983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Day Mountain Regional Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Spruce Mountain Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Jay), which scores notably higher. Another option is T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Dixfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mt Blue Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Strong, see our Strong schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Abram Regional High School Salem | 6.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Phillips Elementary Sch Phillips | 6.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Kingfield Elementary Sch Kingfield | 9.9 mi | 6.2 |
| W G Mallett School Farmington | 10.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Mt Blue Middle School Farmington | 10.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Cascade Brook School Farmington | 10.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Mt Blue High School Farmington | 12.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Gerald D Cushing School Wilton | 15.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Academy Hill School Wilton | 15.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Cape Cod Hill Elem School New Sharon | 16.8 mi | 8.1 |
| CARRABASSETT VALLEY ACADEMY Carrabassett Valley | 18.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Spruce Mountain Elementary School Jay | 22.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Spruce Mountain Middle School Jay | 22.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Spruce Mountain High School Jay | 22.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Carrabec Community School North Anson | 16.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Garret Schenck School Anson | 16.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Carrabec High School North Anson | 16.5 mi | 6.3 |
| T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School Dixfield | 21.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Dirigo High School Dixfield | 22.2 mi | 4.8 |
| WEBB RIVER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Dixfield | 22.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,781
Median Home Value
$169,100
Median Rent
$744/mo
Population
1,773
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
91.6%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Telstar Middle School Bethel, ME | 6.0 |
| Sumner Middle Sch Sullivan, ME | 5.8 |
| China Middle School China, ME | 6.1 |
| Winthrop Middle School Winthrop, ME | 6.3 |
| Orono Middle School Orono, ME | 5.5 |
| Hichborn Middle School Howland, ME | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Day Mountain Regional Middle School
What grades does Day Mountain Regional Middle School serve?
Day Mountain Regional Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Day Mountain Regional Middle School?
Day Mountain Regional Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Day Mountain Regional Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Day Mountain Regional Middle School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Day Mountain Regional Middle School rank in ME?
Day Mountain Regional Middle School ranks #330 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Day Mountain Regional Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Day Mountain Regional Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Day Mountain Regional Middle School a charter school?
No, Day Mountain Regional Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Day Mountain Regional Middle School a Title I school?
No, Day Mountain Regional Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Day Mountain Regional Middle School?
59.2% of students at Day Mountain Regional 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 147
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (207) 684-3521
Resources & Links
District
RSU 58/MSAD 58- District Enrollment
- 589
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,164
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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