MAPLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mapleton Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 79/MSAD 01 school district, located in Mapleton, ME with about 245 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 15 teachers, Mapleton Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Mapleton Elementary School is a community-focused educational institution located in Mapleton, Maine. Serving students in the local area, the school is situated within the SAD 1 school district. It is known for providing a supportive, small-town learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while fostering the social and emotional development of its young learners. The school benefits from the close-knit nature of the Mapleton community, often prioritizing active parent involvement and a personalized approach to classroom instruction.

In addition to its core curriculum, Mapleton Elementary typically engages students through various extracurricular opportunities and community events that reflect the rural character of Aroostook County. By maintaining a student-centered atmosphere, the school aims to prepare children for their transition to middle school within the district. As part of a larger regional school system, it balances the benefits of a focused, local elementary setting with the administrative and extracurricular resources provided by the broader district.

For more information, contact Mapleton Elementary School at (207) 764-1589 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.