RAYMOND A. GEIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lewiston Public Schools school district, located in Lewiston, ME with about 713 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 46 teachers, Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School, located at 601 College Street in Lewiston, Maine, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Lewiston Public Schools district. The school is known for fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment, catering to a wide student population that reflects the vibrant, multicultural community of Lewiston. It places a strong emphasis on foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and preparing students for success as they transition to middle school.

Beyond its core curriculum, Geiger Elementary is deeply integrated into the local community, often prioritizing parent and family engagement to support student achievement. The school staff is dedicated to creating a supportive culture that addresses the unique needs of its learners, utilizing various resources to ensure equitable access to education. As a key neighborhood anchor in Lewiston, the school remains committed to cultivating a safe, collaborative, and academically rigorous atmosphere for its young students.

For more information, contact Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School at (207) 795-4160 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

601 College Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
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RAYMOND A. GEIGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lewiston, ME with about 713 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maine

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
713
Teachers:
46.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 713 students

White
60.4%
Black or African American
22.9%
Two or more races
11.5%
Hispanic/Latino
3.5%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.