CARAVEL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Caravel Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the RSU 87/MSAD 23 school district, located in Carmel, ME with about 193 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 14 teachers, Caravel Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Caravel Middle School, located in Carmel, Maine, serves as a key educational institution within Regional School Unit (RSU) 87. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of early adolescents. By focusing on a student-centered approach, the school aims to prepare its middle-level learners for the challenges of high school while encouraging them to become active, responsible members of their local community.

The school is known for its commitment to a collaborative atmosphere where staff, students, and parents work together to support a diverse curriculum. Beyond the core academic subjects, Caravel Middle School typically emphasizes extracurricular engagement and fostering a supportive school culture that values character building and personal growth. As part of the Carmel community, the school serves as a central hub for student life in the region, prioritizing both scholastic achievement and the well-being of its student body.

For more information, contact Caravel Middle School at (207) 848-3615 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.