School Overview
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.
102
Total Students
14.1
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
12.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
Demographic Student Count
White78
Hispanic5
Black1
Asian9
Two or More8
American Indian1
  • White
    78 (76.5 %)
  • Asian
    9 (8.8 %)
  • Two or More
    8 (7.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    5 (4.9 %)
  • Black
    1 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
Phone: (207)325-3600
Website: http://www.mssm.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 102
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 14.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 8
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Grade 9 19
Grade 10 23
Grade 11 27
Grade 12 33

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
Grade Student Count
Grade 919
Grade 1023
Grade 1127
Grade 1233
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female4948%
Male5352%