Kate Furbish Elementary School

School Overview
The Coffin School, located at 20 Barrows Street in Brunswick, Maine, is a historic educational landmark that has served the local community for generations. Originally constructed in 1847 and expanded over the years, the building is notable for its classic red-brick architecture and its long-standing role as a cornerstone of the neighborhood's academic history. While it has transitioned through various uses over its lifespan—including serving as an elementary school for the Brunswick School Department—it remains a well-recognized local institution known for its central location and contribution to the town’s architectural heritage.

In recent years, the Coffin School has transitioned away from its traditional role as an active primary school, as the district consolidated its elementary facilities. Today, the building serves as the home for the Brunswick School Department's administrative offices. While the sound of young students filling its classrooms has faded, the historic property continues to function as the central hub for the district's leadership and operations, ensuring that the site remains an integral part of the Brunswick educational community.
600
Total Students
50.4
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kate Furbish Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White496
Hispanic26
Black25
Asian15
Two or More37
American Indian1
  • White
    496 (82.7 %)
  • Two or More
    37 (6.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    26 (4.3 %)
  • Black
    25 (4.2 %)
  • Asian
    15 (2.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
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: Brunswick Public Schools
Phone: (207)319-1970
Website: http://www.brunswicksd.org/o/kfs
Grade Range: Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students: 600
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 178
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 51
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 95
Kindergarten 175
Grade 1 178
Grade 2 152

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kate Furbish Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten95
Kindergarten175
Grade 1178
Grade 2152
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kate Furbish Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28747.8%
Male31352.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)