Biddeford Public Schools
2,436 Students
6 Schools
District Overview
Situated at 18 Maplewood Avenue in Biddeford, Maine, Biddeford Public Schools operates as an active, traditional public school district serving the local community within the greater Portland-South Portland metropolitan area. Nestled in a midsize suburban setting, the district manages six operational schools that together deliver a complete educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. According to the 2024–2025 national public education dataset, the district serves a diverse student body of 2,436 pupils, maintaining an inclusive academic environment with balanced representation across all grade levels.
To effectively guide and nurture its learning community, Biddeford Public Schools is backed by a substantial staffing context comprising over 1,040 full-time equivalent staff members. The district places a heavy emphasis on direct classroom support, employing approximately 447 full-time equivalent teachers and 100 instructional aides, alongside nearly 494 dedicated support personnel managing administrative, operational, and student care needs. This exceptionally high ratio of educators and support staff to students ensures individualized attention, comprehensive academic intervention, and a well-rounded educational experience tailored to the needs of modern families and scholars.
To effectively guide and nurture its learning community, Biddeford Public Schools is backed by a substantial staffing context comprising over 1,040 full-time equivalent staff members. The district places a heavy emphasis on direct classroom support, employing approximately 447 full-time equivalent teachers and 100 instructional aides, alongside nearly 494 dedicated support personnel managing administrative, operational, and student care needs. This exceptionally high ratio of educators and support staff to students ensures individualized attention, comprehensive academic intervention, and a well-rounded educational experience tailored to the needs of modern families and scholars.
6
Total Schools
2,436
Total Students
446.6
Full-Time Teachers
5.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,680 |
| Hispanic | 211 |
| Black | 332 |
| Asian | 68 |
| Two or More | 138 |
| American Indian | 6 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White1,680 (69.0%)
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Black332 (13.6%)
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Hispanic211 (8.7%)
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Two or More138 (5.7%)
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Asian68 (2.8%)
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American Indian6 (0.2%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.0%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 3 |
| Middle | 1 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 6 |
| Students: | 2,436* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 446.6* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 5.5 |
Schools in Biddeford Public Schools
Found 6 Schools
894 Students
High School 8th - 12th
357 Students
Elementary School 3rd - 4th
542 Students
Middle School 5th - 7th
483 Students
Elementary School K - 2nd
Not applicable N - N
157 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - K