Cony High School is a public school located in Augusta, Maine, United States that educates students from Grades 9 to 12. Cony draws its students from Augusta, as well as the surrounding communities of Chelsea, China, Jefferson, Palermo, Somerville, Vassalboro, Whitefield, and Windsor.
Serving 321 students in grades 7-8, Cony 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 35% (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 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cony Middle School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Cony 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 Cony Middle School is 0.22, 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
#434 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
4%
5%
White
88%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Augusta School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cony Middle School's ranking?
Cony Middle School is ranked #434 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?
35% 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 Cony Middle School?
321 students attend Cony Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cony Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cony Middle School?
Cony Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cony Middle School offer ?
Cony Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cony Middle School part of?
Cony Middle School is part of Augusta School District.
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