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 is 84% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School's student population of 424 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is 0.48, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 512 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
82%
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%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
32%
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 #176 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School often compared to?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% 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
What school district is Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School part of?
Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is part of South Portland School District.
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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