EAST BELFAST SCHOOL

East Belfast School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RSU 71 school district, located in Belfast, ME with about 99 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, East Belfast School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Based on the address provided, **East Belfast School** is a public elementary school located in Belfast, Maine, serving students in grades PK–5. It is part of the Regional School Unit 71 (RSU 71), which encompasses several local communities. The school is known for being a neighborhood-focused institution that emphasizes a supportive and inclusive learning environment for young children as they begin their educational journeys.

The school is situated in a quiet, residential area of East Belfast, near the scenic Swan Lake region. As a smaller community school, it generally focuses on fostering close relationships between students, staff, and families, aiming to provide a foundational academic experience that balances core curriculum standards with personal development and social-emotional growth. For parents and community members, it serves as a central hub for early education within the broader Belfast school district.

For more information, contact East Belfast School at (207) 338-4420 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.