WISCASSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Wiscasset Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wiscasset Public Schools school district, located in Wiscasset, ME with about 271 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 29 teachers, Wiscasset Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.
Wiscasset Elementary School, located at 83 Federal Street in Wiscasset, Maine, serves as a foundational pillar for the local community by providing primary education for students in the region. As part of the Wiscasset School Department, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of social-emotional skills. Its curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of young learners, preparing them for middle school while encouraging curiosity and community engagement.
The school is situated in the historic town of Wiscasset, often referred to as "the prettiest village in Maine," and reflects the tight-knit character of its surroundings. By prioritizing collaboration between educators, parents, and the broader community, Wiscasset Elementary strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. Through a blend of traditional instruction and various enrichment opportunities, the school remains committed to building a strong educational foundation for the children of the Wiscasset area.
For more information, contact Wiscasset Elementary School at (207) 882-7767 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Wiscasset, ME 04578
(207) 882-7767
WISCASSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Wiscasset, ME with about 271 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maine
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Wiscasset Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 271
- Teachers:
- 29.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 271 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WISCASSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.
- White
- 94.1%
- Black or African American
- 3.3%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 54.6%
- Male
- 45.4%
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.