GOVERNOR JAMES B LONGLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Governor James B Longley Elem Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lewiston Public Schools school district, located in Lewiston, ME with about 404 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 39 teachers, Governor James B Longley Elem Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Governor James B. Longley Elementary School, located on Birch Street in Lewiston, Maine, serves as a central hub for elementary education within the Lewiston Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of James B. Longley, who served as the 71st Governor of Maine and was a prominent figure in the state’s political history. Situated in a diverse and historically significant area of Lewiston, the school plays a vital role in the local community, focusing on providing foundational academic instruction to a student body that reflects the multicultural landscape of the city.

The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core literacy and numeracy skills while promoting social-emotional growth. Like many schools in the Lewiston district, Longley Elementary is committed to addressing the unique needs of its students through inclusive programming, community engagement, and a focus on preparing young learners for success in middle school and beyond. By maintaining strong connections with families and local resources, the school strives to create a stable and enriching educational experience for the children of the Lewiston community.

For more information, contact Governor James B Longley Elem Sch at (207) 795-4120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.