Very Good
#136 of 542 schools in ME
Top 25% in state
Oceanside Middle School
Middle School · RSU 13
47 Valley Street, Thomaston, ME 04861
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#136 of 542
In Thomaston
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
RSU 13
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Oceanside Middle School
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About Oceanside Middle School
Oceanside Middle School is a public middle school in Thomaston, ME, part of RSU 13. Oceanside Middle School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Oceanside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Oceanside Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- ME avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Oceanside Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
45% of students at Oceanside 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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Oceanside Middle School — Students at Oceanside Middle School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.8/10.
How Oceanside Middle School Compares
See how Oceanside Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
47 Valley Street, Thomaston, ME 04861
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oceanside Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Camden-Rockport Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Camden), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Medomak Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Waldoboro), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Thomaston, see our Thomaston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomaston Grammar School Thomaston | 0.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Warren Community School Warren | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| South School Rockland | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Oceanside High School Rockland | 4.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Ash Point Community School Owls Head | 4.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Cushing Community School Cushing | 5.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PEN BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockland | 5.0 mi | 5.3 |
| RILEY SCHOOL Rockport | 5.8 mi | 6.6 |
| St George School Tenants Harbor | 7.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Medomak Middle School Waldoboro | 6.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Medomak Valley High School Waldoboro | 6.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Camden Hills Regional H S Rockport | 8.6 mi | 7.7 |
| ASHWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Rockport | 8.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Camden-Rockport Elementary School Rockport | 8.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Union Elementary Union | 9.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Hope Elementary School Hope | 10.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Camden-Rockport Middle School Camden | 10.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Camden | 10.6 mi | — |
| WAYFINDER SCHOOLS Camden | 10.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Friendship Village School Friendship | 9.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,775
Median Home Value
$260,100
Median Rent
$891/mo
Population
2,761
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
71.8%
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
57.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frank H Harrison Middle School Yarmouth, ME | 7.3 |
| William S. Cohen School Bangor, ME | 7.3 |
| Sacopee Valley Middle School Hiram, ME | 7.4 |
| Camden-Rockport Middle School Camden, ME | 7.1 |
| Maranacook Community Middle Sch Readfield, ME | 7.1 |
| Samuel L Wagner Middle School Winterport, ME | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oceanside Middle School
What grades does Oceanside Middle School serve?
Oceanside Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Oceanside Middle School?
Oceanside Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oceanside Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oceanside Middle School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oceanside Middle School rank in ME?
Oceanside Middle School ranks #136 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Oceanside Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oceanside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Oceanside Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oceanside Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Oceanside Middle School a charter school?
No, Oceanside Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oceanside Middle School a Title I school?
No, Oceanside Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oceanside Middle School?
44.8% of students at Oceanside 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 308
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (207) 354-2502
Resources & Links
District
RSU 13- District Enrollment
- 1,501
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,258
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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