Below Average
#460 of 542 schools in ME
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School
Elementary School · South Portland Public Schools
180 Wescott Road, South Portland, ME 04106
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#460 of 542
In South Portland
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
South Portland Public Schools
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Waldo T Skillin Elementary School
Elementary School in South Portland · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Waldo T Skillin Elementary School
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School is a public elementary school in South Portland, ME, part of South Portland Public Schools. Waldo T Skillin Elementary School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Waldo T Skillin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #460 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Waldo T Skillin Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- ME avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Waldo T Skillin Elementary School — Students at Waldo T Skillin Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 79%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.8%
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: 3.9/10.
How Waldo T Skillin Elementary School Compares
See how Waldo T Skillin Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
180 Wescott Road, South Portland, ME 04106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waldo T Skillin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Hill School (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Scarborough), which scores notably higher. Another option is BREAKWATER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wentworth School (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Scarborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Portland, see our South Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur R. Gould Sch--LCYDC South Portland | 0.9 mi | — |
| GREATER PORTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Portland | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Maine Connections Academy Scarborough | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Dyer Elementary School South Portland | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| James Otis Kaler Elementary School South Portland | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| South Portland High School South Portland | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Pleasant Hill School Scarborough | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MORRISON CENTER Scarborough | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WAYNFLETE SCHOOL Portland | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| King Middle School Portland | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| THE GLICKMAN LAUDER CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN AUTISM Portland | 2.6 mi | — |
| Howard C Reiche Community Sch Portland | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| LEVEY DAY SCHOOL Portland | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Eight Corners Elementary School Scarborough | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Wentworth School Scarborough | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Scarborough High School Scarborough | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Scarborough Middle School Scarborough | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Deering High School Portland | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| BREAKWATER SCHOOL Portland | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Longfellow School-Portland Portland | 3.3 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eliot Elementary School Eliot, ME | 4.5 |
| John F Kennedy Memorial School Biddeford, ME | 4.5 |
| Laura E Richards School Gardiner, ME | 4.4 |
| Monmouth Memorial School Monmouth, ME | 4.4 |
| Rose M Gaffney School Machias, ME | 4.6 |
| Washburn School Auburn, ME | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waldo T Skillin Elementary School
What grades does Waldo T Skillin Elementary School serve?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Waldo T Skillin Elementary School?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waldo T Skillin Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Waldo T Skillin Elementary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waldo T Skillin Elementary School rank in ME?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School ranks #460 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Waldo T Skillin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Waldo T Skillin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Waldo T Skillin Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waldo T Skillin Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Waldo T Skillin Elementary School a charter school?
No, Waldo T Skillin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waldo T Skillin Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Waldo T Skillin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waldo T Skillin Elementary School?
50.8% of students at Waldo T Skillin Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (207) 773-7375
Resources & Links
District
South Portland Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,942
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,364
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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