GREAT FALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Great Falls Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gorham Public Schools school district, located in Gorham, ME with about 528 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 40 teachers, Great Falls Elementary School 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.

Great Falls Elementary School, located at 73 Justice Way in Gorham, Maine, serves as a vital educational hub for the local community, catering to students in the early stages of their academic journey. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By leveraging a curriculum aligned with state standards, the faculty works to build a strong foundational knowledge base while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking among their young learners.

Beyond the classroom, Great Falls Elementary is characterized by its commitment to community engagement and partnership with families. The school environment is designed to be nurturing, often utilizing collaborative learning spaces and extracurricular opportunities to help students explore their interests. As part of the Gorham School Department, it shares the district’s broader mission of preparing students to be lifelong learners and responsible citizens, ensuring that each child receives the individualized attention necessary to thrive in a safe and structured setting.

For more information, contact Great Falls Elementary School at (207) 222-1050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.