Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Presumpscot School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Presumpscot School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Presumpscot School's student population of 243 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Presumpscot School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Presumpscot School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#305 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
13%
3%
Black
36%
5%
White
40%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Presumpscot School's ranking?
Presumpscot School is ranked #305 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Presumpscot School often compared to?
Presumpscot Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gerald E Talbot Community School, Howard C Reiche Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Presumpscot School?
243 students attend Presumpscot School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Presumpscot School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Presumpscot School?
Presumpscot School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Presumpscot School offer ?
Presumpscot School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Presumpscot School part of?
Presumpscot School is part of Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Presumpscot School located?
Presumpscot School is located in the East Deering neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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