Excellent
#50 of 542 schools in ME
Top 9% in state
York Middle School
Middle School · York Public Schools
30 Organug Road, York, ME 03909
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#50 of 542
In York
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
York Public Schools
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About York Middle School
York Middle School is a public middle school in York, ME, part of York Public Schools. York Middle School serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. York Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for York Middle School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- ME avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, York Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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York Middle School — Students at York Middle School score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 88%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.1%
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
↑ 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: 5.9/10.
How York Middle School Compares
See how York 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
30 Organug Road, York, ME 03909
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering York Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Portsmouth Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Shapleigh School (rated 6.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Kittery), a more accessible option. Additionally, Marshwood Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Eliot), a more accessible option. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Village Elementary School-York York | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| BRIXHAM MONTESSORI FRIENDS SCHOOL York | 0.9 mi | — |
| Coastal Ridge Elementary York | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| York High School York | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Horace Mitchell Primary School Kittery Point | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Shapleigh School Kittery | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Robert W Traip Academy Kittery | 5.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Maude H. Trefethen School New Castle | 6.1 mi | — |
| Little Harbour School Portsmouth | 7.1 mi | 8.9 |
| PEEP School - Pre School Program Portsmouth | 7.1 mi | — |
| Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth | 7.0 mi | 8.8 |
| SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot | 6.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Eliot Elementary School Eliot | 6.5 mi | 4.5 |
| New Franklin School Portsmouth | 7.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Portsmouth High School Portsmouth | 7.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Marshwood Middle School Eliot | 6.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Marshwood High School South Berwick | 7.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Rye Elementary School Rye | 9.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Mary C. Dondero Elementary School Portsmouth | 9.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Marshwood Great Works School South Berwick | 8.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03909 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,889
Median Home Value
$589,400
Median Rent
$1,438/mo
Population
11,021
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
51.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Freeport Middle School Freeport, ME | 8.0 |
| Reeds Brook Middle School Hampden, ME | 7.9 |
| Spruce Mountain Middle School Jay, ME | 7.7 |
| Cape Elizabeth Middle School Cape Elizabeth, ME | 7.6 |
| Sacopee Valley Middle School Hiram, ME | 7.4 |
| Skowhegan Area Middle School Skowhegan, ME | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about York Middle School
What grades does York Middle School serve?
York Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend York Middle School?
York Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at York Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at York Middle School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does York Middle School rank in ME?
York Middle School ranks #50 of 542 schools in ME.
What is York Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
York Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 York Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, York Middle School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is York Middle School a charter school?
No, York Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is York Middle School a Title I school?
No, York Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for York Middle School?
15.1% of students at York 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
- 484
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (207) 363-4214
Resources & Links
District
York Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,511
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,422
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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