Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Presumpscot School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). 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 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Presumpscot School serves the northeast part of Portland, ME, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Presumpscot School's student population of 266 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Presumpscot School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Presumpscot School is 0.70, 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
#190 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
13%
4%
Black
32%
5%
White
43%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Presumpscot School's ranking?
Presumpscot School is ranked #190 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Presumpscot School often compared to?
Presumpscot Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard C Reiche Community School, Gerald E Talbot Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% 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?
266 students attend Presumpscot School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Presumpscot School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Presumpscot School?
Presumpscot School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to 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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