Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School's student population of 285 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is 0.26, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#83 out of 508 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
86%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School's ranking?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is ranked #83 out of 508 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School often compared to?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School?
285 students attend Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School offer ?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School part of?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is part of South Portland Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School located?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is located in the Knightville neighborhood of South Portland, ME. There are 3 other public schools located in Knightville.
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