Serving 424 students in grades 5-8, Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 51% (which was higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 90% (which was higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 30% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
16%
5%
White
70%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School's ranking?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is ranked #162 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School?
424 students attend Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School offer ?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School part of?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is part of South Portland 51爆料s.
In what neighborhood is Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School located?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is located in the Knightville neighborhood of South Portland, ME. There are 3 other public schools located in Knightville.
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