School District
Academic Resources for Portland Public Schools
Varsity Tutors serves students in Portland Public Schools, a public school district serving the Portland area in Maine. The district educates 6,475 students across 17 schools.
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17
Schools6,475
Total Students17
Schools78%
Graduation Rate1160
Avg SAT25
Avg ACT11:1
Student-Teacher RatioThe K–12 Academic Journey in Portland Public Schools
What to expect at each stage—and where students commonly need extra support.
Focus & Milestones
Building foundations in reading, writing, and math
- Learn to read (K-2)
- Read to learn (3-5)
- Multiplication mastery
- Middle school readiness
Common Pressure Points
Where students often need extra support:
- 13rd grade reading transition
- 2Math facts fluency
- 3Fractions in 4th-5th grade
Testing & Assessments
Important tests at this level:
- ME State Assessment (Grades 3-5)
Schools & Academic Resources
Find school and grade-specific tutoring for Portland Public Schools students, school information, and other academic resources.
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Elementary Schools
Foundational learning with personalized tutoring supportM
Middle Schools
Transition support with subject-specific tutoringH
High Schools
Advanced academics with college prep tutoringO
Other Schools
Alternative & Special ProgramsDistrict Performance
Graduation Rate
78%
Students graduating on timeAverage SAT
1160
Combined scoreAverage ACT
25
Composite scorePer Student Spending
$19,897
Annual expenditureSupporting Families in Portland Public Schools
Connect with qualified tutors who understand Portland Public Schools curriculum, state standards, and what it takes to succeed here.