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.
448
Total Students
45.8
Full-Time Teachers
9.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
10.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Cape Elizabeth Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White382
Hispanic25
Black7
Asian11
Two or More22
American Indian1
  • White
    382 (85.3%)
  • Hispanic
    25 (5.6%)
  • Two or More
    22 (4.9%)
  • Asian
    11 (2.5%)
  • Black
    7 (1.6%)
  • 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: 448
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 45.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 29
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19
Grades Taught
Grade 5 106
Grade 6 127
Grade 7 98
Grade 8 117

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Cape Elizabeth Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 5106
Grade 6127
Grade 798
Grade 8117
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Cape Elizabeth Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23251.8%
Male21648.2%