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Connections for Kids - Portland Academy
School
100 GANNETT DR STE A, South Portland, ME 04106
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Grades
1st – 11th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Grades
1st – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Connections for Kids - Portland Academy
School in South Portland · grades 1st – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Connections for Kids - Portland Academy
Connections for Kids - Portland Academy is a private school in South Portland, ME. Connections for Kids - Portland Academy serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades 1st-11th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 20 students, Connections for Kids - Portland Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Connections for Kids - Portland Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Connections for Kids - Portland Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Connections for Kids - Portland Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in South Portland, ME
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Connections for Kids - Portland Academy (this school) | — |
| Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC | — |
| Waldo T Skillin Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Dyer Elementary School | 4.7 |
| James Otis Kaler Elementary School | 6.5 |
| South Portland High School | 6.1 |
| Frank I Brown Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Dora L Small Elementary School | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 11th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Address
- 100 GANNETT DR STE A, South Portland, ME 04106
- Phone
- (207) 854-1030
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in ME aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
100 GANNETT DR STE A, South Portland, ME 04106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Connections for Kids - Portland Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. GREATER PORTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.4 miles away). Additionally, MORRISON CENTER (rated 5.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Scarborough). For more schools in South Portland, see our South Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE LITTLE DOLPHIN SCHOOL FOUNDATION Westbrook | 1.1 mi | — |
| Eight Corners Elementary School Scarborough | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| THE GLICKMAN LAUDER CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN AUTISM Portland | 1.4 mi | — |
| Westbrook Middle School Westbrook | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Oxford-Cumberland Canal School Westbrook | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Westbrook High School Westbrook | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Scarborough Middle School Scarborough | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Saccarappa School Westbrook | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Wentworth School Scarborough | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC South Portland | 2.3 mi | — |
| Maine Connections Academy Scarborough | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Scarborough High School Scarborough | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Waldo T Skillin Elementary School South Portland | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Congin School Westbrook | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BREAKWATER SCHOOL Portland | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Amanda C Rowe School Portland | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MORRISON CENTER Scarborough | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GREATER PORTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Portland | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Deering High School Portland | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Longfellow School-Portland Portland | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,744
Median Home Value
$403,500
Median Rent
$1,642/mo
Population
26,966
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
41
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AUCOCISCO SCHOOL Cape Elizabeth, ME | — |
| BUCKSPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bucksport, ME | — |
| FORESTDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bryant Pond, ME | — |
| GLENN STRATTON LEARNING CENTER Hinckley, ME | — |
| GLICKMAN ACADEMY Portland, ME | — |
| HARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hartland, ME | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Connections for Kids - Portland Academy
What grades does Connections for Kids - Portland Academy serve?
Connections for Kids - Portland Academy serves students in grades 1st through 11th.
How many students attend Connections for Kids - Portland Academy?
Connections for Kids - Portland Academy has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Connections for Kids - Portland Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Connections for Kids - Portland Academy is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Connections for Kids - Portland Academy a private school?
Yes, Connections for Kids - Portland Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Connections for Kids - Portland Academy a religious school?
No, Connections for Kids - Portland Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 11th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 85% M / 15% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (207) 854-1030
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