The Maine School of Science and Mathematics Overview

Overview

Maine School of Science and Mathematics (MSSM) is a boarding school that fosters a community learning environment through small class sizes, extracurricular activities, and work assignments. Students live in a dorm, separated into wings by gender and grade level. The curriculum at the Maine School of Science and Mathematics includes AP courses in physics, English literature, and statistics, among others. During January Term, students can participate in internships, conduct research projects, or expand upon in-class learning.

Rankings / Awards

This details how this school compares to others based on U.S. News ranking criteria.

Medal Awarded	Gold
National Rank
#38
State Rank
#1
Magnet Rank
#9
STEM Rank
#18

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Students / Teachers

These counts and percentages of students and teachers are from data reported by schools to the government.

Total Enrollment	132
Total Minority Enrollment (% of total)	14%
Total Economically Disadvantaged (% of total)	20%
Full-Time Teachers	13

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Test Scores

U.S. News calculates these values based on student performance on state exit exams and internationally available exams on college-level coursework (AP®/IB exams).

Proficient in Reading	97%
Proficient in Math	100%
College Readiness Index	92.2

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School Data

School profile information is based on government data.

Grades Served	10 – 12
Setting	Distant Rural
Charter School	No
Magnet School	Yes
Receives Title I Funding	No

District

This information relates to high schools run by this school's state operating agency. Many districts contain only one high school.

Total Schools	1
Total Students	132
Proficient in Reading (district average)	97%
Proficient in Math (district average)	100%
College Readiness (district average)	92.2