School Overview
Gorham Middle School, located at 106 Weeks Road in Gorham, Maine, serves as a central hub for the town’s adolescent learners, typically bridging the gap between elementary and high school education. As part of the Gorham School Department, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive community that prioritizes both academic rigor and social-emotional growth. The facility is designed to accommodate the unique developmental needs of middle-level students, offering a variety of core academic subjects alongside elective opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests and build foundational skills for future success.

Beyond the classroom, Gorham Middle School places a strong emphasis on cultivating a positive school climate through extracurricular activities, athletics, and student-centered initiatives. The school’s location in a growing, suburban community allows it to benefit from active parental involvement and a collaborative relationship with the broader Gorham area. By focusing on critical thinking, collaborative learning, and character development, the school strives to prepare its students to transition confidently into Gorham High School and become engaged members of their community.
718
Total Students
52.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
23.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gorham Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White613
Hispanic28
Black29
Asian13
Two or More32
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    613 (85.5%)
  • Two or More
    32 (4.5%)
  • Black
    29 (4.0%)
  • Hispanic
    28 (3.9%)
  • Asian
    13 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
  • 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: Gorham Public Schools
Phone: (207)222-1220
Website: http://gms.gorhamschools.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 718
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 146
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Grade 6 249
Grade 7 228
Grade 8 241

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gorham Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6249
Grade 7228
Grade 8241
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gorham Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35549.4%
Male36250.4%
Not Specified10.2%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)