FORT FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fort Fairfield Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 86/MSAD 20 school district, located in Fort Fairfield, ME with about 250 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 23 teachers, Fort Fairfield Elementary School 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.

Fort Fairfield Elementary School, located at 76 Brunswick Avenue in Fort Fairfield, Maine, serves as a foundational pillar for the local community by providing primary education to students in the surrounding area. As part of the Maine School Administrative District (MSAD 20), the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that balances core academic instruction with the development of social and emotional skills. The facility is situated within the heart of a small, tight-knit rural community, allowing for a personalized approach to education where teachers and staff can closely engage with students and their families.

Beyond its standard curriculum, the school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and pride, often reflecting the values of northern Maine’s close-knit culture. By offering a range of essential programs tailored to elementary-aged learners, Fort Fairfield Elementary seeks to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while ensuring they have a strong grasp of foundational subjects like literacy and mathematics. The school remains dedicated to maintaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere that encourages curiosity and academic growth for every child who walks through its doors.

For more information, contact Fort Fairfield Elementary School at (207) 472-3290 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.