Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, 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 65-69% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 85%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 508 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waldo T Skillin Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#467 out of 508 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
85%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
8%
3%
Black
28%
4%
White
51%
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
43%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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 #467 out of 508 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% ME state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 85% ME state average).
How many students attend Waldo T Skillin Elementary School?
357 students attend Waldo T Skillin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Waldo T Skillin Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waldo T Skillin Elementary School?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to 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-5
What school district is Waldo T Skillin Elementary School part of?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School is part of South Portland Public Schools 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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