CARRIE RICKER SCHOOL

Carrie Ricker School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 04 school district, located in Litchfield, ME with about 325 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 22 teachers, Carrie Ricker 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.

Carrie Ricker School, located in Litchfield, Maine, serves as a primary educational facility within the Regional School Unit 4 (RSU 4) district. As a community-focused institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for students in the elementary and middle grade levels. The school’s curriculum is designed to balance core academic subjects with social-emotional development, aiming to prepare students for the challenges of higher education while encouraging them to become responsible, active participants in their local community.

The school emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, frequently involving families and the broader Litchfield community in the academic experience. By leveraging its location on Richmond Road, Carrie Ricker School provides a localized hub for extracurricular activities and educational initiatives that promote inclusivity and student engagement. With a commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its student body, the school utilizes modern pedagogical strategies to ensure that every student has the opportunity to achieve their personal best within a safe and encouraging setting.

For more information, contact Carrie Ricker School at (207) 268-4136 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.