DAWN F BARNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dawn F Barnes Elementary Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Caswell Public Schools school district, located in Caswell, ME with about 41 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 3 teachers, Dawn F Barnes Elementary Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Dawn F. Barnes Elementary School, located in the rural town of Caswell, Maine, serves as a small, community-focused educational institution for local elementary students. As part of a remote, northern region of the state, the school functions as a foundational pillar for the small population of Caswell, emphasizing a supportive environment where students can receive personalized attention due to the school’s modest size and intimate class settings.

The school operates within the broader context of Maine’s rural public education system, prioritizing core academic instruction while fostering a sense of community connection. Because Caswell is located near the border of New Brunswick, Canada, the school often reflects the quiet, close-knit character of Aroostook County. It serves as a primary learning hub for area children, focusing on the development of essential academic and social skills in a setting that values its identity as a vital local resource for families in the surrounding area.

For more information, contact Dawn F Barnes Elementary Sch at (207) 325-4611 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.