VASSALBORO COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Vassalboro Community School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Vassalboro Public Schools school district, located in Vassalboro, ME with about 415 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 36 teachers, Vassalboro Community School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Vassalboro Community School, located on Webber Pond Road in Vassalboro, Maine, serves as the primary educational hub for the town’s pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade students. As a community-focused institution, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive, small-town atmosphere where educators and staff work closely with families to promote both academic growth and social-emotional development. The curriculum is designed to prepare middle-schoolers for the transition to regional high schools, ensuring they have a solid foundation in core subjects while benefiting from a close-knit learning environment.

Beyond its academic mission, the school functions as a central gathering place for the Vassalboro community, often hosting local events and extracurricular activities that engage students outside of the classroom. The school prides itself on its rural Maine character, utilizing its setting to provide students with a well-rounded experience that values local stewardship, community involvement, and individualized attention. By focusing on the holistic development of each child, Vassalboro Community School strives to create a safe and inclusive environment that empowers students to succeed as they progress toward their secondary education.

For more information, contact Vassalboro Community School at (207) 923-3100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.