What types of schools are available in South Portland, Maine?

South Portland, Maine offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in South Portland, Maine

Q: How many schools are in South Portland, Maine?

There are 9 schools in South Portland, Maine, serving 3,336 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in South Portland?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in South Portland, Maine, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 9 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

3,336

Total Students

Across South Portland

9.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

9 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score80%

ELA Assessment Score83%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)8 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓57% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 928 students at South Portland High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 1:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Maine Connections Academy

charter schoolhighGrade 7-12

600 Southborough Dr., South Portland, ME 04106

Dora L Small Elementary School

publicelementaryK-4

87 Thompson Street, South Portland, ME 04106

Frank I Brown Elementary School

publicelementaryK-4

37 Highland Ave, South Portland, ME 04106

Dyer Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-4

52 Alfred Street, South Portland, ME 04106

James Otis Kaler Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-4

165 South Kelsey Street, South Portland, ME 04106

Waldo T Skillin Elementary School

publicelementaryK-4

180 Wescott Road, South Portland, ME 04106

South Portland High School

publichighGrade 9-12

637 Highland Avenue, South Portland, ME 04106

Arthur R. Gould Sch--Lcydc

publichighGrade 7-12

675 Westbrook Street, South Portland, ME 04106

South Portland Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 5-8

120 Wescott Road, South Portland, ME 04106

Detailed Overview of Schools in South Portland

South Portland, Maine is home to 9 schools serving over 3,336 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in South Portland, Maine?

There are 9 schools in South Portland, serving 3,336 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in South Portland?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in South Portland include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in South Portland?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in South Portland is 9.3:1.

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