SEARSPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Searsport Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 20 school district, located in Searsport, ME with about 239 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 18 teachers, Searsport Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Searsport Elementary School, located at 30 Mortland Road in Searsport, Maine, serves as a central hub for early childhood and primary education within the Regional School Unit 20. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment for students in the local coastal community. Its curriculum emphasizes foundational academic skills while integrating social-emotional development, aiming to prepare young learners for their future educational transitions.

Beyond standard academics, the school places a strong value on community engagement and the unique character of the mid-coast Maine region. The facility provides a safe, nurturing space that encourages student participation in various extracurricular and enrichment activities. By focusing on individualized attention and maintaining strong partnerships between teachers, families, and the wider Searsport community, the school strives to instill a lifelong love of learning and a sense of belonging in every student who walks through its doors.

For more information, contact Searsport Elementary at (207) 548-2317 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.