Below Average
#472 of 542 schools in ME
Westbrook Middle School
Middle School · Westbrook Public Schools
471 Stroudwater Street, Westbrook, ME 04092
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#472 of 542
In Westbrook
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Westbrook Public Schools
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Westbrook Middle School
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About Westbrook Middle School
Westbrook Middle School is a public middle school in Westbrook, ME, part of Westbrook Public Schools. Westbrook Middle School serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westbrook Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #472 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Westbrook Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- ME avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Westbrook 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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Westbrook Middle School — Students at Westbrook Middle School score 74% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 76%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 2.8/10.
How Westbrook Middle School Compares
See how Westbrook 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
471 Stroudwater Street, Westbrook, ME 04092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westbrook Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BREAKWATER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eight Corners Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Scarborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Longfellow School-Portland (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westbrook, see our Westbrook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford-Cumberland Canal School Westbrook | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Westbrook High School Westbrook | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| THE LITTLE DOLPHIN SCHOOL FOUNDATION Westbrook | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE GLICKMAN LAUDER CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN AUTISM Portland | 0.8 mi | — |
| CONNECTIONS FOR KIDS - PORTLAND ACADEMY South Portland | 1.9 mi | — |
| Congin School Westbrook | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Saccarappa School Westbrook | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Amanda C Rowe School Portland | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| BREAKWATER SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Eight Corners Elementary School Scarborough | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC South Portland | 2.6 mi | — |
| Gerald E Talbot Community School Portland | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Deering High School Portland | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Longfellow School-Portland Portland | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Middle School Portland | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Waldo T Skillin Elementary School South Portland | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL Portland | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Maine Connections Academy Scarborough | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Casco Bay High School Portland | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| LEVEY DAY SCHOOL Portland | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,868
Median Home Value
$341,800
Median Rent
$1,373/mo
Population
20,484
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Auburn Middle School Auburn, ME | 4.1 |
| Sanford Middle School Sanford, ME | 4.1 |
| Bonny Eagle Middle School Buxton, ME | 4.8 |
| King Middle School Portland, ME | 3.7 |
| Biddeford Middle School Biddeford, ME | 5.1 |
| Nokomis Regional Middle School Newport, ME | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westbrook Middle School
What grades does Westbrook Middle School serve?
Westbrook Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Westbrook Middle School?
Westbrook Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westbrook Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westbrook Middle School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westbrook Middle School rank in ME?
Westbrook Middle School ranks #472 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Westbrook Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westbrook Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Westbrook Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westbrook Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Westbrook Middle School a charter school?
No, Westbrook Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westbrook Middle School a Title I school?
No, Westbrook Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westbrook Middle School?
64.0% of students at Westbrook 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
- 711
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (207) 854-0830
Resources & Links
District
Westbrook Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,311
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,627
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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