Southport Central School

438 Hendricks Hill Road
Southport, ME 04576

www.aos98schools.org

19 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Southport Central School is a small, public elementary school located in the coastal community of Southport, Maine. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, the school is known for its intimate, close-knit learning environment that reflects the quiet, maritime character of its island setting. Because of its small student population, the school is able to provide highly personalized instruction, fostering strong relationships between teachers, students, and the local community.

The school places a significant emphasis on a well-rounded academic foundation while taking advantage of its unique geographic location. Its curriculum often integrates the local environment, encouraging students to engage with the natural beauty and history of the Southport region. As part of the AOS 98 school district, Southport Central prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and a collaborative spirit, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to middle and high school in neighboring districts.

Total Students

3.9

Full-Time Teachers

4.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

26.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Southport Central School
Demographic	Student Count
White	19

White
19 (100.0 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Southport Public Schools
Phone:	(207)633-3132
Website:	http://www.aos98schools.org
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	19
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	3.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	4.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	4
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 1

Grade 1 6

Grade 3 3

Grade 4 2

Grade 5 5

Grade 6 2