MARANACOOK COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Maranacook Community Middle Sch is a Title I public middle school that is part of the RSU 38 school district, located in Readfield, ME with about 294 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 26 teachers, Maranacook Community Middle Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Maranacook Community Middle School (MCMS), located in Readfield, Maine, serves students in grades 6 through 8 within Regional School Unit (RSU) 38. The school is known for its commitment to a "community-based" educational philosophy, which emphasizes strong relationships between students, staff, and the surrounding towns. The school environment is characterized by an interdisciplinary approach to learning, often focusing on project-based activities and outdoor education that leverage the unique geography of the Kennebec Valley region.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, MCMS is well-regarded for its focus on the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning alongside traditional subjects. The school encourages student voice and leadership through various extracurricular clubs, athletics, and experiential learning opportunities. By fostering a collaborative culture and maintaining close ties with the local community, Maranacook Community Middle School strives to provide a supportive transition for students as they prepare for the rigors of high school at the adjacent Maranacook Community High School.

For more information, contact Maranacook Community Middle Sch at (207) 685-3128 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.