ME SCH OF SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS
ME Sch of Science & Mathematics is a public high school that is part of the ME Sch of Science & Mathematics school district, located in Limestone, ME with about 136 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 17 teachers, ME Sch of Science & Mathematics has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The Maine School of Science and Mathematics (MSSM) is a highly specialized, tuition-free, public residential magnet school located in Limestone, Maine. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the institution is designed specifically for academically motivated teenagers who have a deep passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Because it functions as a boarding school, it draws students from across the state, creating a unique, tight-knit community of scholars who live and learn together in a rigorous, college-preparatory environment.
The school is widely recognized for its challenging curriculum, which emphasizes inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary studies, and advanced research opportunities that go far beyond standard high school offerings. By fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and innovation, MSSM prepares its graduates to succeed at the nation’s most competitive universities and to excel in demanding STEM-related careers. With its remote location serving as a focused "think tank" atmosphere, the school provides an immersive academic experience that is considered one of the premier educational opportunities in the state of Maine.
For more information, contact ME Sch of Science & Mathematics at (207) 325-3600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Limestone, ME 04750
(207) 325-3600
ME SCH OF SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS is a public school in Limestone, ME with about 136 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Maine
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
- Total Students:
- 136
- Teachers:
- 17.7
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 136 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending ME SCH OF SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.
- White
- 86.8%
- Asian
- 7.4%
- Two or more races
- 4.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 51.5%
- Male
- 48.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.