ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
102 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 78 |
| Hispanic | 5 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 8 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White78 (76.5 %)
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Asian9 (8.8 %)
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Two or More8 (7.8 %)
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Hispanic5 (4.9 %)
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Black1 (1.0 %)
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American Indian1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 19 |
| Grade 10 | 23 |
| Grade 11 | 27 |
| Grade 12 | 33 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 49 | 48% |
| Male | 53 | 52% |
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