Serving 923 students in grades 5-8, Sanford 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 77% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanford Middle School's student population of 923 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Sanford Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanford Middle School is 0.31, 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
#399 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
4%
5%
White
83%
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
38%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanford Middle School's ranking?
Sanford Middle School is ranked #399 out of 512 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?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Sanford Middle School?
923 students attend Sanford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sanford Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sanford Middle School?
Sanford Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sanford Middle School offer ?
Sanford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sanford Middle School part of?
Sanford Middle School is part of Sanford School District.
In what neighborhood is Sanford Middle School located?
Sanford Middle School is located in the Springvale neighborhood of Sanford, ME.
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