Serving 519 students in grades 5-8, Gray-new Gloucester 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 39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gray-new Gloucester Middle School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gray-new Gloucester 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 Gray-new Gloucester Middle School is 0.21, 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
#261 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
2%
5%
White
89%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gray-new Gloucester Middle School's ranking?
Gray-new Gloucester Middle School is ranked #261 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Gray-new Gloucester Middle School?
519 students attend Gray-new Gloucester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gray-new Gloucester Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gray-new Gloucester Middle School?
Gray-new Gloucester Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gray-new Gloucester Middle School offer ?
Gray-new Gloucester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gray-new Gloucester Middle School part of?
Gray-new Gloucester Middle School is part of RSU 15/MSAD 15 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The Quality of the academics are not that great. the teachers have no tpatience for their students and go straight to yelling at them. This school shows a lack of wanting the children to have a balanced and active lifestyle. They only allow the children to have gym every other dayfor only two quarters. They allow very little parent involvement. The teachers are allowed to hold all of the students so late for lunch, that more than not, the students have less than 5 minutes to eat their lunches. I offer my sincerest apologies for anyone that has the unfortune to have their children attend their school. P.S. your child should be average and not enjoy school in order to go here because they make it a living nightmare for the students that are intelligent and don't fit in the redneck box
4 10/10/2025
Both my girls went to GNG Middle School which is grades 5 - 8. Both played in the Middle School band. They participated in after school sports or activities. As with all kids they got on better with some teachers than others, but there was no doubt all their teachers wanted them to succeed. The middle school still has recess every day which I think is important for kids ( a lot of schools no longer have recess). All the kids participate in PE, Art, Music, Spanish, Media Arts (computer technology) and Tech Ed (design, technology and shop class). They both went on to graduate from GNG High School and finished in the top 10 of their class. Both obtained 4 year college scholarships as a result of their education at Gray-New Gloucester. There are richer school districts, but GNG affords students who are willing to work with a great opportunity.
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