SUZANNE M SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Suzanne M Smith Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 87/MSAD 23 school district, located in Levant, ME with about 254 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 19 teachers, Suzanne M Smith 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.

Suzanne M. Smith Elementary School, located in the rural community of Levant, Maine, serves as a foundational educational institution for local children in pre-kindergarten through grade four. As part of Regional School Unit (RSU) 87, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of Levant, fostering a close-knit learning environment that emphasizes core academic skills and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on maintaining a welcoming atmosphere where teachers and staff prioritize individualized attention to help students build a strong educational baseline during their formative years.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school focuses on creating an engaging and supportive campus culture that encourages community involvement and parental partnership. Its location on South Levant Road places it at the heart of the community, often acting as a hub for local families. By focusing on fundamental literacy, numeracy, and character-building, Suzanne M. Smith Elementary strives to prepare its young students for a successful transition to middle school while maintaining the values and spirit unique to the Levant area.

For more information, contact Suzanne M Smith Elementary School at (207) 884-7444 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.