Very Good
#127 of 542 schools in ME
Top 23% in state
William S. Cohen School
Middle School · Bangor Public Schools
304 Garland Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#127 of 542
In Bangor
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Bangor Public Schools
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About William S. Cohen School
William S. Cohen School is a public middle school in Bangor, ME, part of Bangor Public Schools. William S.
Cohen School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. William S. Cohen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #127 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for William S. Cohen School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- ME avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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William S. Cohen School — Students at William S. Cohen School score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 85%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.8%
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: 6.3/10.
How William S. Cohen School Compares
See how William S. Cohen School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
304 Garland Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William S. Cohen School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Orono Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Orono), a more accessible option. Additionally, James F. Doughty School (rated 4.6/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bangor, see our Bangor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BANGOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bangor | 0.2 mi | — |
| Fruit Street School Bangor | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Bangor | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bangor | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| JOHN BAPST MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Bangor | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Mary Snow School Bangor | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| STILLWATER ACADEMY Bangor | 1.3 mi | — |
| Brewer High School Brewer | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| James F. Doughty School Bangor | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Bangor High School Bangor | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Vine Street School Bangor | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Fairmount School Bangor | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Brewer Community School Brewer | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Fourteenth Street School Bangor | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Veazie Community School Veazie | 2.8 mi | 9.6 |
| BANGOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bangor | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PENOBSCOT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bangor | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Downeast School Bangor | 3.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Eddington School Eddington | 4.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Orono Middle School Orono | 6.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,136
Median Home Value
$229,600
Median Rent
$1,048/mo
Population
44,418
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frank H Harrison Middle School Yarmouth, ME | 7.3 |
| Oceanside Middle School Thomaston, ME | 7.3 |
| Sacopee Valley Middle School Hiram, ME | 7.4 |
| Skowhegan Area Middle School Skowhegan, ME | 7.4 |
| Camden-Rockport Middle School Camden, ME | 7.1 |
| Greely Middle School Cumberland, ME | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William S. Cohen School
What grades does William S. Cohen School serve?
William S. Cohen School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend William S. Cohen School?
William S. Cohen School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William S. Cohen School?
The student-teacher ratio at William S. Cohen School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William S. Cohen School rank in ME?
William S. Cohen School ranks #127 of 542 schools in ME.
What is William S. Cohen School's MySchoolScout rating?
William S. Cohen 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 William S. Cohen School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William S. Cohen School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William S. Cohen School a charter school?
No, William S. Cohen School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William S. Cohen School a Title I school?
No, William S. Cohen School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William S. Cohen School?
28.8% of students at William S. Cohen 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
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Penobscot County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (207) 941-6230
Resources & Links
District
Bangor Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,434
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,728
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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