BOOTHBAY REGION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Boothbay Region Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Boothbay-Boothbay Hbr CSD school district, located in Boothbay Harbor, ME with about 307 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 31 teachers, Boothbay Region Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Boothbay Region Elementary School (BRES), located in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, serves students in grades Pre-K through 8. As a community-centered institution, the school is deeply integrated into the unique coastal culture of the Boothbay Peninsula. It functions as a hub for the local community, emphasizing a supportive learning environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. The school prides itself on small class sizes and a dedicated faculty focused on preparing students for their transition to high school within the Boothbay-Boothbay Harbor Community School District.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, BRES places a strong emphasis on place-based education, often leveraging its location on the Maine coast to enhance science and environmental curricula. The school actively promotes a culture of inclusivity and engagement, offering various extracurricular activities, arts programs, and sports designed to foster student growth. By maintaining strong partnerships with local organizations and parents, the school strives to cultivate a sense of civic responsibility and lifelong learning in its students, ensuring they remain connected to both their local community and the broader world.

For more information, contact Boothbay Region Elem School at (207) 633-5097 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.