Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East End Community 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower 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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East End Community School serves the southeast part of Portland, ME, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
East End Community School's student population of 391 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East End Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East End Community School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#459 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Kiboko
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East End Community School's ranking?
East End Community School is ranked #459 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are East End Community School often compared to?
East End Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Avenue, Howard C Reiche Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend East End Community School?
391 students attend East End Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of East End Community School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East End Community School?
East End Community School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does East End Community School offer ?
East End Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East End Community School part of?
East End Community School is part of Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is East End Community School located?
East End Community School is located in the East End neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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