Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Dora L Small Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dora L Small Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dora L Small Elementary School's student population of 193 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dora L Small Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dora L Small Elementary School is 0.32, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 500 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
6%
5%
White
82%
85%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dora L Small Elementary School's ranking?
Dora L Small Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Dora L Small Elementary School often compared to?
Dora L Small Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank I Brown Elementary School, Dyer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Dora L Small Elementary School?
193 students attend Dora L Small Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Dora L Small Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dora L Small Elementary School?
Dora L Small Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dora L Small Elementary School offer ?
Dora L Small Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dora L Small Elementary School part of?
Dora L Small Elementary School is part of South Portland School District.
In what neighborhood is Dora L Small Elementary School located?
Dora L Small Elementary School is located in the Willard neighborhood of South Portland, ME.
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