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#338 of 542 schools in ME
East End Community School
Elementary School · Portland Public Schools
195 North ST, Portland, ME 04101
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#338 of 542
In Portland
#9 of 15
public schools
In district
#8 of 15
Portland Public Schools
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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East End Community School
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About East End Community School
East End Community School is a public elementary school in Portland, ME, part of Portland Public Schools. East End Community School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. East End Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for East End Community School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at East End Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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East End Community School — Students at East End Community School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How East End Community School Compares
See how East End Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
195 North ST, Portland, ME 04101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East End Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean Avenue (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Longfellow School-Portland (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEVEY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences Portland | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Portland High School Portland | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Presumpscot School Portland | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| GLICKMAN ACADEMY Portland | 1.3 mi | — |
| Howard C Reiche Community Sch Portland | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| CHEVERUS HIGH SCHOOL Portland | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| King Middle School Portland | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| LEVEY DAY SCHOOL Portland | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| WAYNFLETE SCHOOL Portland | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Ocean Avenue Portland | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL South Portland | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Dora L Small Elementary School South Portland | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Frank I Brown Elementary School South Portland | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL Portland | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Longfellow School-Portland Portland | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Deering High School Portland | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Lincoln Middle School Portland | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| James Otis Kaler Elementary School South Portland | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PINE GROVE SCHOOL Falmouth | 3.1 mi | — |
| Casco Bay High School Portland | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,726
Median Home Value
$600,600
Median Rent
$1,457/mo
Population
18,128
College Educated
57.2%
Homeownership
22.6%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Camden-Rockport Elementary School Rockport, ME | 5.8 |
| Marshwood Great Works School South Berwick, ME | 5.8 |
| Miller School Waldoboro, ME | 5.8 |
| Sacopee Valley Elementary School Hiram, ME | 5.8 |
| Albert S Hall School Waterville, ME | 5.7 |
| Earl C McGraw School Hampden, ME | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East End Community School
What grades does East End Community School serve?
East End Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend East End Community School?
East End Community School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East End Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at East End Community School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East End Community School rank in ME?
East End Community School ranks #338 of 542 schools in ME.
What is East End Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
East End Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at East End Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East End Community School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East End Community School a charter school?
No, East End Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East End Community School a Title I school?
No, East End Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East End Community School?
71.5% of students at East End Community School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (207) 874-8228
Resources & Links
District
Portland Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,649
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,359
- District Rank
- #8 of 15
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