Scarborough Public Schools

Scarborough Public Schools serves 2,865 students across six schools in Cumberland County, a suburban area of Maine. The district experienced a modest 0.5% enrollment decline from the prior year, suggesting relative stability in its student population. With 259 teachers and an 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio, staffing levels remain consistent with operational needs.

Academic performance measures exceed state benchmarks substantially. Math proficiency reaches 72.0% compared to the state average of 50.0%, while reading proficiency stands at 81.3% against the state average of 64.2%. The graduation rate of 92.5% also surpasses the state average of 86.4%. Chronic absenteeism at 10.3% reflects attendance patterns typical for many districts.

The district operates with a total budget of $62.1 million and per-pupil spending of $12,318, slightly above the state average of $12,106. Revenue composition shows heavy reliance on local funding at 78.0%, with state contributions providing 13.6% and federal sources 8.4%. This funding structure indicates the district depends substantially on community-level resources rather than state or federal support. Overall, Scarborough Public Schools demonstrates higher-than-average academic outcomes while maintaining stable enrollment and spending at or near state levels.