WOODSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Woodside Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 75/MSAD 75 school district, located in Topsham, ME with about 320 students offering grade levels from 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 28 teachers, Woodside Elementary 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.

Woodside Elementary School, located in Topsham, Maine, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Maine School Administrative District 75 (MSAD 75). Situated in a residential area on Barrows Drive, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive primary education, fostering both the intellectual and social-emotional development of its students. The school is known for its commitment to creating a supportive learning environment that encourages curiosity, community engagement, and the development of core academic skills in subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science.

Beyond the classroom, Woodside Elementary emphasizes the importance of community and collaboration, often involving families and the broader Topsham area in school life. The facility is equipped to provide a safe and nurturing space for young learners, with an emphasis on early childhood and elementary development. By integrating standard curriculum requirements with extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school while nurturing a sense of belonging and a lifelong love of learning.

For more information, contact Woodside Elementary School at (207) 725-1243 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.