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Portland High School

284 Cumberland Av, Portland, ME 04101, United States
+1 (207) 874-8250
http://phs.portlandschools.org
8.0
Overall Rating

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Portland High School Overview

About This School

Portland High School is a public high in Portland, Maine, serving 912 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 82% proficiency in ELA and 77% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 63 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $78,837. Counselors are also available to the student body at a ratio of 228:1. Students at Portland High School are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic makeup of the school includes 46% White, 31% Black, 12% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 4% Asian students.

912
Total Students
Grade 9-12
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
63 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts82%
Mathematics77%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Cumberland County
Students per Counselor
228:1

Portland High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

82%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 80%State Avg: 83%
77%
Mathematics
City Avg: 73%State Avg: 81%
N/A
Science

Class Information

14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.9:1
State Avg: 10.3:1
228
Students per Counselor

Portland High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
63

Average Teacher Salary

$78,837
City Avg: $77,306
State Avg: $63,159

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Students per Counselor228:1

Portland High School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.86%
Male
48.03%
Female
Total Enrollment: 912 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White46.05%
Hispanic12.39%
Asian3.95%
Black30.81%
Two or More Races6.47%
Native American0.22%

Portland High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Portland High School

Q: What is Portland High School?

A: Portland High School is a high public located in Portland.

Q: How many students attend Portland High School?

A: Portland High School has approximately 912 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Portland High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Portland High School is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about Portland High School

Portland High School is a public high in Portland, Maine, serving 912 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 82% proficiency in ELA and 77% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 63 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $78,837. Counselors are also available to the student body at a ratio of 228:1. Students at Portland High School are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic makeup of the school includes 46% White, 31% Black, 12% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 4% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Portland High School - Portland, ME

Quick Facts about Portland High School
School NamePortland High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location284 Cumberland Av, Portland, ME 04101, Portland, ME
CountyCumberland County
Phone+1 (207) 874-8250
Total Students912
Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Full-Time Teachers63
Rating8/10
ELA Proficiency82%
Math Proficiency77%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Portland High School

What is Portland High School?

Portland High School is a high public located in Portland.

How many students attend Portland High School?

Portland High School has approximately 912 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portland High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Portland High School is 14:1.

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