Greely Middle School
Cumberland, ME 04021
Phone: (207) 829-4815
District: Regional School Unit 51 Msad 51
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 6,7,8 • 515 students
Greely Middle School, a public school located in Cumberland, ME, serves grades 6-8 in the Regional School Unit 51 Msad 51.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Greely Middle School is a public school located in Cumberland, ME. 515 students attend Greely Middle School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
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| Test Scores | 10/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2023 Maine Educational Assessment (MEA) data from Maine Department of Education. |
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As a parent, I find myself deeply troubled by the environment at Greely Middle School, a place that should be nurturing young minds but instead has developed into what feels like a toxic community. A school is supposed to be where children feel safe, respected, and encouraged, yet too often the stories my child brings home tell of teachers who seem indifferent, dismissive, or even harsh toward students. Education is not just about textbooks and gradesit is about building confidence, curiosity, and self-worth. Unfortunately, Greely Middle seems to miss this mark, leaving too many children feeling undervalued and unheard.
One of the most common complaints my child shares is the lack of respect from teachers. Instead of listening when students voice concerns, many teachers shut them down, often with sarcasm or impatience. This kind of behavior sets a tone where students feel their voices do not matter. Some teachers appear more focused on control and discipline than on fostering an environment of collaboration and understanding. The message it sends is that compliance is more important than learning, and that mistakes are met with embarrassment rather than guidance.
The toxic culture extends beyond just classroom interactions. A healthy school community requires trust and empathy, but too often the students feel as though they are treated like problems rather than people. When a child struggles academically or socially, they are labeled, criticized, or brushed aside instead of being supported. This creates an atmosphere of fear rather than growth, and students quickly learn to hide their struggles rather than seek help. What is most concerning is that this negativity does not stay in the classroomit follows them home, leaving lasting impacts on their mental health and self-esteem.
Parents send their children to school with the hope that they will not only gain knowledge but also learn how to become confident, compassionate individuals. At Greely Middle, however, too many children are leaving with the oppositeanxiety, resentment, and a sense of being undervalued. Teachers hold an enormous responsibility, and when they fail to treat students with basic kindness and respect, the entire school culture suffers. What could be a thriving, supportive community has instead become toxic, eroding both the quality of education and the spirit of the students.
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We have had an excellent experience at this school. I have 4 kids and 2 of them have already gone through this school. My oldest is above average academically and he was challenged with more work as the year went on which was great. My second son down has a learning disability and I feel like the staff, social worker, and other peers have welcomed him and not seen him as a special ed kid with adhd, which has been great.
Thank you Greely for doing such a fantastic job!
Posted: March 6, 2022
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Posted: April 28, 2020
This School is Great it was the best school I have been too!
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| Coast Guard Portland Maine | 10.5 mi. |
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