South Portland Public Schools

District Overview
Headquartered at 120 Wescott Road, South Portland Public Schools is a vibrant, fully operational public school district serving the youth of South Portland, Maine. Situated in a small-city setting within the greater Portland-South Portland metropolitan region, the district offers a seamless educational continuum spanning pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade across its seven active schools. With a total enrollment of 2,816 students, the district fosters a diverse learning community that reflects a rich blend of backgrounds, currently serving 1,477 male and 1,338 female students across its elementary, middle, and high school grade levels.

To ensure strong academic outcomes and holistic student development, South Portland Public Schools maintains a robust professional infrastructure. The district's operations are powered by nearly 568 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by 110 instructional aides and more than 600 specialized support personnel, bringing the district's total workforce to over 1,280 full-time equivalent staff members. This significant investment in human resources allows for individualized attention and comprehensive services across all academic tiers. For families, students, and educational researchers, South Portland Public Schools stands out as a well-resourced, highly supportive municipal school system committed to academic preparation and community engagement.
7
Total Schools
2,816
Total Students
567.7
Full-Time Teachers
5.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Portland Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White1,773
Hispanic237
Black545
Asian81
Two or More172
American Indian5
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    1,773 (63.0%)
  • Black
    545 (19.4%)
  • Hispanic
    237 (8.4%)
  • Two or More
    172 (6.1%)
  • Asian
    81 (2.9%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in South Portland Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle3
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:7
Students:2,816*
Teachers (FTE):567.7*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.0