Summary:
The city of Lee, Maine has only one public middle school, Mt Jefferson Junior High School, which serves grades 5-8 with a total enrollment of 75 students. While the school has a predominantly white student population, it does have some racial diversity, with small percentages of African American, Hispanic, and Native American students. However, the school faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with two-thirds of the student population receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Academically, Mt Jefferson Junior High School has seen fluctuating performance, with its statewide ranking ranging from 19th out of 92 middle schools in 2020-2021 to 57th out of 96 middle schools in 2022-2023. This instability in academic performance may be partly attributed to the school's high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.3%, which is a concerning issue that could be impacting student engagement and overall outcomes. Despite these challenges, the school maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 12.9, which may be a positive factor in supporting student learning.
Overall, the data suggests that Regional School Unit 30/Maine School Admin District 30, the district that oversees Mt Jefferson Junior High School, faces significant socioeconomic and academic challenges in the city of Lee. Addressing the high chronic absenteeism rate and ensuring consistent academic performance could be key priorities for the district in supporting the educational needs of the community.
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