MESSALONSKEE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Messalonskee Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the RSU 18 school district, located in Oakland, ME with about 524 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 43 teachers, Messalonskee Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Messalonskee Middle School, located in Oakland, Maine, serves as a central educational hub for the RSU 18 school district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and challenging learning environment tailored to the unique developmental needs of students in grades 6 through 8. By emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional growth, the school aims to prepare young adolescents for the transition to high school while encouraging them to become active, responsible members of their local community.

The school’s curriculum is designed to be comprehensive, offering a blend of core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—alongside various elective opportunities. Beyond the classroom, Messalonskee Middle School promotes a culture of engagement through extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs, which provide students with spaces to explore their personal interests and build lasting peer connections. With its focus on personalized learning and a student-centered approach, the school strives to inspire curiosity and cultivate a lifelong love of learning among its student body.

For more information, contact Messalonskee Middle School at (207) 465-2167 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.