ADAMS SCHOOL

Adams School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Castine Public Schools school district, located in Castine, ME with about 55 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 7 teachers, Adams School has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

The Adams School, located at 27 School Street in the historic coastal town of Castine, Maine, serves as the primary public elementary school for the local community. As a small, community-centered institution, it focuses on providing a personalized educational experience for students in grades Pre-K through 8. Because of its location in a small, maritime town, the school often benefits from a close-knit environment where students receive individualized attention from staff and participate in a curriculum that leverages the unique historical and natural resources of the Castine area.

Operating under the jurisdiction of the Maine School Administrative Unit, the Adams School prides itself on maintaining high academic standards while fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere. The school emphasizes not only core academic subjects but also the development of social-emotional skills and civic responsibility. By maintaining small class sizes, the faculty is able to cultivate strong relationships with both students and families, ensuring that the school remains a vital pillar of the town’s educational and social identity.

For more information, contact Adams School at (207) 326-8608 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.