UPPER KENNEBEC VALLEY MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Upper Kennebec Valley Middle/Senior High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the RSU 83/MSAD 13 school district, located in Bingham, ME with about 71 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, Upper Kennebec Valley Middle/Senior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

Upper Kennebec Valley Middle/Senior High School, located in Bingham, Maine, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding rural communities. As a combined middle and high school, the institution provides a continuous educational experience for students in grades 6 through 12. The school is part of a small-town district, fostering a close-knit environment where students often benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized attention from faculty and staff who are deeply integrated into the local community.

The school’s mission emphasizes preparing students for both post-secondary education and the regional workforce. Beyond its core academic curriculum, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities and athletic programs, which play a significant role in maintaining student engagement and school spirit. By serving a modest student population in a geographically isolated area, Upper Kennebec Valley Middle/Senior High School functions as a vital anchor for the youth of Bingham and its neighboring towns, prioritizing community values and individualized academic support.

For more information, contact Upper Kennebec Valley Middle/Senior High School at (207) 672-5502 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.