Summary:
The 04103 zip code of Portland, Maine is home to 5 elementary schools, serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. This analysis provides valuable insights into the academic performance and key metrics of these schools, highlighting both standout performers and areas for improvement.
Among the schools in this area, Longfellow School-Portland emerges as a clear standout, consistently ranking among the top 5 elementary schools in the state and demonstrating exceptional academic achievement. With 87.93% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, 82.05% in Mathematics, and 76.32% in Science, Longfellow School-Portland significantly outperforms the district and state averages. In contrast, Ocean Avenue and the other schools in the area have more mixed results, with some performing above the district and state, and others below.
One area of concern across all 5 schools is the high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.4%, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the schools in this area serve diverse socioeconomic populations, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 20.44% at Longfellow School-Portland to 61.22% at Gerald E Talbot Community School. This diversity may contribute to the varying academic outcomes observed. Overall, the data highlights the importance of considering multiple factors, such as test scores, school rankings, and socioeconomic indicators, to gain a comprehensive understanding of school performance and the factors that may influence it within the 04103 zip code.
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