Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East End Community 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 82%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East End Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East End Community School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
East End Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East End Community School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#493 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
12%
3%
Black
52%
5%
White
26%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East End Community School's ranking?
East End Community School is ranked #493 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are East End Community School often compared to?
East End Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Avenue, Howard C Reiche Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend East End Community School?
396 students attend East End Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of East End Community School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East End Community School?
East End Community School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does East End Community School offer ?
East End Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East End Community School part of?
East End Community School is part of Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is East End Community School located?
East End Community School is located in the East End neighborhood of Portland, ME.
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