WHITEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Whitefield Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 12 school district, located in Whitefield, ME with about 196 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 16 teachers, Whitefield Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Whitefield Elementary School, located at 164 Grand Army Road in Whitefield, Maine, serves as a cornerstone of the local community by providing primary education for students in the region. As part of the Regional School Unit 12 (RSU 12), the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. The school typically serves students from pre-kindergarten through grade 8, focusing on building a strong educational foundation before students transition to high school.

The school is known for its rural setting, which often allows for a close-knit community atmosphere where teachers, staff, and parents work collaboratively to support student success. Beyond core academics like literacy and mathematics, Whitefield Elementary integrates various enrichment opportunities and extracurricular activities to engage students and encourage their individual interests. By prioritizing a student-centered approach and maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Whitefield area, the school strives to prepare its graduates to be informed, capable, and active members of their community.

For more information, contact Whitefield Elementary School at (207) 549-7691 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.