School Overview
The Maine School of Science and Mathematics (MSSM) is a highly specialized, tuition-free, public residential magnet school located in Limestone, Maine. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the institution is designed specifically for academically motivated teenagers who have a deep passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Because it functions as a boarding school, it draws students from across the state, creating a unique, tight-knit community of scholars who live and learn together in a rigorous, college-preparatory environment.

The school is widely recognized for its challenging curriculum, which emphasizes inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary studies, and advanced research opportunities that go far beyond standard high school offerings. By fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and innovation, MSSM prepares its graduates to succeed at the nation’s most competitive universities and to excel in demanding STEM-related careers. With its remote location serving as a focused "think tank" atmosphere, the school provides an immersive academic experience that is considered one of the premier educational opportunities in the state of Maine.
96
Total Students
11.1
Full-Time Teachers
8.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
13.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
Demographic Student Count
White80
Hispanic1
Black3
Asian6
Two or More4
  • White
    80 (85.1%)
  • Asian
    6 (6.4%)
  • Two or More
    4 (4.3%)
  • Black
    3 (3.2%)
  • Hispanic
    1 (1.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
Phone: (207)325-3600
Website: http://www.mssm.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 96
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 11.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 8
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Grade 9 28
Grade 10 24
Grade 11 19
Grade 12 25

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
Grade Student Count
Grade 928
Grade 1024
Grade 1119
Grade 1225
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ME Sch of Science & Mathematics
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female4142.7%
Male5355.2%
Not Specified22.1%