HOWARD C REICHE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Howard C Reiche Community Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Portland Public Schools school district, located in Portland, ME with about 438 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, Howard C Reiche Community Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Howard C. Reiche Community School is a public elementary school located in the historic West End neighborhood of Portland, Maine. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering a strong sense of community and inclusivity. Its urban setting allows it to serve a diverse student population, which the school integrates into its curriculum to promote global awareness and social responsibility among its pupils.

Academically, Reiche is known for its "community school" philosophy, which emphasizes a collaborative approach involving students, staff, families, and the wider neighborhood. The school prioritizes hands-on learning, social-emotional development, and strong academic fundamentals. By leveraging its location and community partnerships, Reiche aims to provide a supportive environment where students are encouraged to become active, engaged, and empathetic members of their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Howard C Reiche Community Sch at (207) 874-8175 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

166 Brackett ST
Portland, ME 04102
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HOWARD C REICHE COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Portland, ME with about 438 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maine

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
438
Teachers:
37.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 438 students

Black or African American
37.7%
White
36.8%
Hispanic/Latino
15.3%
Two or more races
7.1%
Asian
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.