Serving 380 students in grades 5-8, Oak Hill Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Hill Middle School's student population of 380 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Educating Students Today for a Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Oak Hill Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Hill Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
4%
White
94%
85%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Hill Middle School's ranking?
Oak Hill Middle School is ranked #447 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Oak Hill Middle School?
380 students attend Oak Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Oak Hill Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Hill Middle School?
Oak Hill Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oak Hill Middle School offer ?
Oak Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Hill Middle School part of?
Oak Hill Middle School is part of RSU 04 School District.
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