YARMOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Yarmouth Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Yarmouth Schools school district, located in Yarmouth, ME with about 355 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 4th 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 25 teachers, Yarmouth Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Yarmouth Elementary School (YES), located at 121 McCartney Street in Yarmouth, Maine, serves the town’s youngest learners, typically encompassing grades K–4. As part of the highly regarded Yarmouth School Department, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, personalized instruction, and the development of the "whole child." The facility provides a supportive and modern learning environment designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning.

Beyond its core curriculum, Yarmouth Elementary is recognized for its strong community integration and emphasis on character education. The school benefits from the broader district’s focus on small class sizes and a collaborative culture, encouraging active parental involvement and a partnership between home and school. By prioritizing inclusive practices and a growth mindset, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to the middle school level while cultivating a lifelong love of learning within a safe and nurturing atmosphere.

For more information, contact Yarmouth Elementary School at (207) 846-3391 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.