Serving 16 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Southport Central School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southport Central School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Southport, ME school district, covering approximately 23.2 square miles. Most areas within the zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 7.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southport Central School's student population of 16 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Rankings
Southport Central 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 Southport Central School is 0.00, which is less 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
#410 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
n/a
5%
White
100%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southport Central School's ranking?
Southport Central School is ranked #410 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Southport Central School?
16 students attend Southport Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Southport Central School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southport Central School?
Southport Central School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southport Central School offer ?
Southport Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southport Central School part of?
Southport Central School is part of Southport School District.
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