MT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mt Vernon Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 38 school district, located in Mount Vernon, ME with about 118 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 12 teachers, Mt Vernon 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.

Mt. Vernon Elementary School is a small, community-focused public school located in the rural town of Mount Vernon, Maine. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 5, the school is part of the Regional School Unit (RSU) 38, also known as the Maranacook Area School District. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, small-town atmosphere where educators emphasize foundational academic skills alongside character development, aiming to prepare students for success as they transition into the middle school level.

Set in a scenic, close-knit region of central Maine, the school functions as a central hub for the local community. Because of its size, Mt. Vernon Elementary is known for having a high level of parent involvement and a personalized approach to instruction. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while taking advantage of the local environment, often incorporating outdoor learning opportunities and community-based projects that help students connect their classroom lessons to the world around them.

For more information, contact Mt Vernon Elementary School at (207) 293-2261 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.