CAMDEN-ROCKPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL

Camden-Rockport Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the RSU 28/MSAD 28 school district, located in Camden, ME with about 370 students offering grade levels from 5th 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 35 teachers, Camden-Rockport Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Camden-Rockport Middle School (CRMS), located in the coastal town of Camden, Maine, serves students in grades 5 through 8 from the communities of Camden and Rockport. As part of the Five Town CSD, the school is situated on a modern, well-equipped campus that emphasizes a balance between rigorous academic standards and the development of the "whole child." The school is widely recognized for its integrated curriculum, which encourages interdisciplinary learning and project-based assignments designed to foster critical thinking and student engagement.

Beyond academics, CRMS is known for its strong commitment to community involvement and the arts. The school utilizes its unique Maine coastal location to incorporate outdoor education and environmental stewardship into its programs. With a focus on social-emotional learning and a supportive, collaborative culture, Camden-Rockport Middle School aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school by providing a nurturing environment that values individual expression, leadership, and personal responsibility.

For more information, contact Camden-Rockport Middle School at (207) 236-7805 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.