Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Longfellow School-portland ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow School-portland ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Longfellow School-portland's student population of 279 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Longfellow School-portland ranks within the top 20% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow School-portland is 0.34, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#58 out of 512 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
6%
4%
White
81%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow School-portland's ranking?
Longfellow School-portland is ranked #58 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Longfellow School-portland?
279 students attend Longfellow School-portland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Longfellow School-portland students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Longfellow School-portland?
Longfellow School-portland has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Longfellow School-portland offer ?
Longfellow School-portland offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Longfellow School-portland part of?
Longfellow School-portland is part of Portland Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow School-portland located?
Longfellow School-portland is located in the Deering Center neighborhood of Portland, ME. There are 2 other public schools located in Deering Center.
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