Scarborough Public Schools

District Overview
Located at 259 US Route 1 in Scarborough, Maine, Scarborough Public Schools operates as an independent, traditional public school district serving the educational needs of a midsize suburban community within the greater Portland-South Portland metropolitan area. Currently in full open operation, the district oversees six campus facilities designed to provide a continuous, comprehensive academic journey spanning from early childhood pre-kindergarten programs through 12th grade graduation. Operating independently outside of a charter system or supervisory union, the district maintains a unified local governance structure dedicated to fostering academic excellence, student growth, and community engagement across all grade levels.

For the 2024–2025 academic year, Scarborough Public Schools serves a total student body of 2,865 students, maintaining a balanced population across its elementary, middle, and high school grades. To support this student population and foster an enriching learning environment, the district is backed by a substantial professional workforce comprising approximately 532 full-time equivalent teachers, 115 instructional aides, and nearly 587 support personnel, bringing its total staffing footprint to over 1,230 full-time equivalent positions. This expansive instructional and operational resource network highlights the district's commitment to strong classroom support, well-rounded student services, and robust educational opportunities for families throughout the region.
6
Total Schools
2,865
Total Students
532.1
Full-Time Teachers
5.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Scarborough Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White2,330
Hispanic113
Black126
Asian156
Two or More133
American Indian3
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    2,330 (81.3%)
  • Asian
    156 (5.4%)
  • Two or More
    133 (4.6%)
  • Black
    126 (4.4%)
  • Hispanic
    113 (3.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Scarborough Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle1
High1
Other0
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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:2,865*
Teachers (FTE):532.1*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.4
Schools in Scarborough Public Schools
Found 6 Schools