School Overview
Cape Elizabeth Middle School, located at 14 Scott Dyer Road in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, serves as a central hub for the town’s middle-grades education. Situated in a coastal community known for its high academic standards and strong focus on community engagement, the school typically fosters a supportive environment designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school. The school’s curriculum is generally centered on fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, encouraging students to become active participants in their learning journey.

Beyond traditional academics, Cape Elizabeth Middle School places significant emphasis on the holistic well-being of its students. By leveraging the unique resources and community spirit of the Cape Elizabeth area, the school aims to provide a well-rounded experience that includes extracurricular opportunities, service learning, and a focus on responsible citizenship. As part of a highly-regarded school district, the institution is committed to maintaining high educational benchmarks while ensuring that students feel connected, challenged, and prepared for their transition to Cape Elizabeth High School.
434
Total Students
43.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
11.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cape Elizabeth Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White381
Hispanic15
Black5
Asian6
Two or More26
American Indian1
  • White
    381 (87.8 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (6.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    15 (3.5 %)
  • Asian
    6 (1.4 %)
  • Black
    5 (1.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Cape Elizabeth Public Schools
Phone: (207)799-8176
Website: http://cems.cape.k12.me.us/o/cems
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 434
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 43.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 29
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19
Grades Taught
Grade 5 98
Grade 6 107
Grade 7 109
Grade 8 120

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Cape Elizabeth Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 598
Grade 6107
Grade 7109
Grade 8120
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Cape Elizabeth Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20948.2%
Male22551.8%