South Portland Public Schools
2,816 Students
7 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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,773 |
| Hispanic | 237 |
| Black | 545 |
| Asian | 81 |
| Two or More | 172 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White1,773 (63.0%)
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Black545 (19.4%)
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Hispanic237 (8.4%)
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Two or More172 (6.1%)
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Asian81 (2.9%)
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American Indian5 (0.2%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 5 |
| Middle | 3 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
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: | 7 |
| Students: | 2,816* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 567.7* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 5.0 |
Schools in South Portland Public Schools
Found 9 Schools
Middle School 5th - 8th
Elementary School K - 4th
194 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
Elementary School K - 4th
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
388 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
928 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Middle School 5th - 8th
Elementary School K - 4th