ANDOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Andover Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Andover Public Schools school district, located in Andover, ME with about 21 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 4 teachers, Andover Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

Andover Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in the town of Andover, Maine. Serving students in the local community, the school is part of the Regional School Unit (RSU) 44, which focuses on providing a supportive and personalized learning environment typical of Maine’s smaller town districts. Because of its size, the school is able to foster a close-knit atmosphere where staff, students, and families work collaboratively to encourage academic and social development in the early grades.

The school places a strong emphasis on community connection, utilizing its location in the western mountains of Maine to integrate local culture and values into its educational approach. While it operates as a small-scale facility, Andover Elementary remains committed to meeting state educational standards and preparing its students for their subsequent transition to middle school. It serves as a central hub for the town, reflecting the values of a rural educational system that prioritizes individual student growth and local engagement.

For more information, contact Andover Elementary School at (207) 392-4381 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.