Serving 928 students in grades 9-12, South Portland High 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 30% (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 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Portland High School's attendance zone covers the entire South Portland school district, encompassing approximately 14 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Portland High School's student population of 928 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
928 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1874
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Portland High 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 South Portland High School is 0.55, 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
#483 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
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)
20-24%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Red Riot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Portland High School's ranking?
South Portland High School is ranked #483 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are South Portland High School often compared to?
South Portland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cape Elizabeth High School, Westbrook High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% 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).
What is the graduation rate of South Portland High School?
The graduation rate of South Portland High School is 89%, which is higher than the Maine state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend South Portland High School?
928 students attend South Portland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of South Portland High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Portland High School?
South Portland High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Portland High School offer ?
South Portland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Portland High School part of?
South Portland High School is part of South Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is South Portland High School located?
South Portland High School is located in the Knightville neighborhood of South Portland, ME. There are 3 other public schools located in Knightville.
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