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The MSSM Difference

You will be challenged, you will achieve.

Maine School of Science and Mathematics (MSSM) brings together and helps a group of Maine's most academically motivated high school students become innovative, well-rounded scholars with the ability to develop, investigate, and communicate critical ideas that improve the human condition and benefit the state of Maine. MSSM stands as a beacon of academic excellence in both state and national rankings.

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Expand Your World

Guided by dedicated faculty, MSSM students enjoy stretching their brains in new and challenging directions. They come for inquiry, camaraderie, and a unique high school experience. 

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MSSM Students working a Physics problem on the whiteboard.

Find Your Place

Community is a hallmark of the MSSM experience. As a 100% boarding, STEM-focused public residential high school, students discover a place where they are comfortable challenging themselves and being themselves.

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MSSM Students standing in front of lockers.

Pursue Your Passions

MSSM students balance their rigorous academic coursework with enrichment opportunities outside the classroom. With a variety of student-led clubs, athletics, competitive clubs, and outdoor excursions, students can pursue their passions beyond the classroom walls.

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MSSM VEX Robotic robot being carried to the arena for proactice.

Our Community

Go beyond your own expectations.

 

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"At MSSM, after retiring from Columbia University, I've found joy in teaching high school students. One of the most compelling reasons for this passion is my desire to make the academic material relevant to real-world problems."

  • Faculty
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"After meeting her teachers, the residential life staff, and getting to know the administrators, we almost couldn’t believe how fortunate we were to have her land in this incredible community of learners, leaders, and motivated educators."

  • Parent
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"There are so many things to celebrate at MSSM and I’m excited to be a part of this wonderful School! From our rigorous academics to our vibrant residential life program, MSSM is an intentional learning community...

  • Executive Director
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Latest News

Keep up with the latest news and goings on at Maine School of Science and Mathematics

MSSM students participating in Book Club.

On Wednesday, November 29th, the MSSM Book Club had the pleasure of reading some wonderful books to the students at Limestone Community School (LCS) Learning Center. Our selections included "The Invisible Boy" by Trudy Ludwig, "Margaret's Unicorn" by Briony May Smith, and "Ten Beautiful Things" by Molly Beth Griffin, beautifully illustrated by Maribel Lechuga.

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MSSM students walking down the isle in the state house

Over the Veterans Day weekend in 2023, a group of 23 academically driven students from the Maine School of Science and Mathematics (MSSM) showcased their legislative acumen at the Youth in Government program in Augusta.

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Board covered in Math problems

MSSM's participation in the Maine Association of Math Leagues (MAML) underscores our commitment to fostering fair yet challenging competitions and promoting mathematics education. As our school's name suggests, our involvement in MAML is a natural fit.

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