Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Waldo T Skillin Elementary 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waldo T Skillin Elementary School serves the western part of South Portland, ME, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School's student population of 302 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waldo T Skillin Elementary 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 Waldo T Skillin Elementary 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
#288 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
13%
4%
Black
33%
5%
White
45%
85%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waldo T Skillin Elementary School's ranking?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School is ranked #288 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Waldo T Skillin Elementary School?
302 students attend Waldo T Skillin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Waldo T Skillin Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waldo T Skillin Elementary School?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waldo T Skillin Elementary School offer ?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waldo T Skillin Elementary School part of?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School is part of South Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Waldo T Skillin Elementary School located?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School is located in the Thornton Heights neighborhood of South Portland, ME. There are 1 other public schools located in Thornton Heights.
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