West School serves 49 students in grades 1-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 20% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
49 students
Showing 1998–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 1998–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
Showing 1998–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
14%
5%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
85%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1998–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West School?
49 students attend West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West School?
West School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does West School offer ?
West School offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is West School part of?
West School is part of Portland Public Schools.
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