Beals Elementary School

www.beals.u103.k12.me.us/

37 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 8th

School Overview

Beals Elementary School is a small, public school located in the rural island community of Beals, Maine. Serving students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school operates as a central pillar of the local community, emphasizing a close-knit learning environment that reflects the unique culture of the Downeast coastal region. Because of the school’s small size, it is able to provide a highly personalized educational experience where teachers can focus on the specific needs of each student, fostering strong relationships between faculty, families, and the island community.

The school is part of the AOS 96 school system and is known for its dedication to providing a comprehensive curriculum despite the challenges of its remote, island setting. Beyond academics, the school often serves as a hub for community events and activities, playing a significant role in the daily life of the residents of Beals. By prioritizing small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere, Beals Elementary strives to prepare its students for their transition to high school while maintaining a strong connection to their local heritage and environment.

Total Students

5.9

Full-Time Teachers

6.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

89.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Beals Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	32
Black	2
Two or More	2
American Indian	1

White
32 (86.5 %)
Black
2 (5.4 %)
Two or More
2 (5.4 %)
American Indian
1 (2.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Beals Public Schools
Phone:	(207)497-5449
Website:	http://www.beals.u103.k12.me.us/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 8th
Total Students:	37
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	5.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	6.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	24
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 5

Grade 1 5

Grade 2 6

Grade 3 2

Grade 4 6

Grade 5 5

Grade 6 3

Grade 7 1

Grade 8 4