Serving 498 students in grades 5-7, Biddeford 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 33% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Biddeford Middle School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Biddeford 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 Biddeford Middle School is 0.46, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#437 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
13%
5%
White
72%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biddeford Middle School's ranking?
Biddeford Middle School is ranked #437 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Biddeford Middle School often compared to?
Biddeford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biddeford Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Biddeford Middle School?
498 students attend Biddeford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Biddeford Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Biddeford Middle School?
Biddeford Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Biddeford Middle School offer ?
Biddeford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Biddeford Middle School part of?
Biddeford Middle School is part of Biddeford Public Schools.
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