Presumpscot School

presumpscot.portlandschools.org

266 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Presumpscot School, located at 69 Presumpscot Street in Portland, Maine, serves as a neighborhood elementary school within the Portland Public Schools district. It is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that prioritizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. The school typically serves a diverse student body, reflecting the broader demographics of the Portland area, and emphasizes inclusive practices to ensure that learners from various backgrounds receive the support they need to succeed in a changing educational landscape.

Beyond its core curriculum, Presumpscot School is characterized by its dedication to creating an engaging learning environment that encourages curiosity and collaboration. The school works closely with families and community partners to provide a well-rounded experience, often utilizing its location in the East Deering neighborhood to integrate local resources into its programming. With a focus on preparing students for middle school transitions and lifelong learning, the school remains a foundational pillar for families in the Portland community.

266

Total Students

25.4

Full-Time Teachers

10.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

59.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Presumpscot School
Demographic	Student Count
White	115
Hispanic	34
Black	85
Asian	14
Two or More	18

White
115 (43.2%)
Black
85 (32.0%)
Hispanic
34 (12.8%)
Two or More
18 (6.8%)
Asian
14 (5.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Portland Public Schools
Phone:	(207)874-8220
Website:	http://presumpscot.portlandschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	266
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	25.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	113
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	45

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 39

Kindergarten 42

Grade 1 33

Grade 2 40

Grade 3 41

Grade 4 30

Grade 5 41