Lewiston Middle School

lms.lewistonpublicschools.org/

735 Students

Middle School 7th - 8th

School Overview

Lewiston Middle School, located at 75 Central Avenue in Lewiston, Maine, serves as a central hub for the city’s middle-level education. As part of the Lewiston Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school preparation. The school focuses on academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students to navigate the challenges of their formative adolescent years through a comprehensive curriculum.

Beyond its core academic program, Lewiston Middle School emphasizes community engagement and inclusivity, reflecting the diverse cultural fabric of the Lewiston area. The school provides various extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services designed to encourage student participation and well-being. By prioritizing collaboration between staff, families, and students, the school aims to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best and develop the skills necessary for future success.

735

Total Students

67.0

Full-Time Teachers

11.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

63.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lewiston Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	345
Hispanic	29
Black	291
Asian	15
Two or More	41
American Indian	13
Pacific Islander	1

White
345 (46.9 %)
Black
291 (39.6 %)
Two or More
41 (5.6 %)
Hispanic
29 (3.9 %)
Asian
15 (2.0 %)
American Indian
13 (1.8 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

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:	Lewiston Public Schools
Phone:	(207)795-4180
Website:	http://lms.lewistonpublicschools.org/
Grade Range:	7th - 8th
Total Students:	735
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	67.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	430
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	39

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 7 365

Grade 8 370