DANIEL F. MAHONEY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the South Portland Public Schools school district, located in South Portland, ME with about 296 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 21 teachers, Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School, located at 240 Ocean Street in South Portland, Maine, serves as a key educational hub for the local community, catering to students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the South Portland School Department, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that addresses the unique social, emotional, and academic needs of young adolescents. Its curriculum is designed to balance core academic rigor—including mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies—with exploratory opportunities that encourage students to discover new interests and talents.

Beyond the classroom, Mahoney Middle School places a strong emphasis on cultivating a sense of community and personal responsibility. The school actively promotes a culture of respect and belonging, often integrating extracurricular activities, athletics, and student-led initiatives to help students build confidence and leadership skills. By bridging the transition between elementary and high school, Mahoney seeks to prepare its students not only for academic success in their future endeavors but also to become engaged and empathetic members of the broader South Portland community.

For more information, contact Daniel F. Mahoney Middle School at (207) 799-7386 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.