Pemetic Elementary School

Pemetic Elementary School, located at 327 Main Street in Southwest Harbor, Maine, serves as a central hub of education for the local Mount Desert Island community. Situated on the "quiet side" of the island, the school is deeply integrated into the unique geography and culture of the region, often leveraging its proximity to Acadia National Park and the local working waterfront to provide students with experiential, place-based learning opportunities. As part of the Mount Desert Island Regional School System (AOS 91), the school is known for maintaining small class sizes and a supportive, close-knit atmosphere that emphasizes individualized attention for its student body.

Academically, Pemetic Elementary focuses on developing well-rounded students by balancing core curriculum requirements with enrichment programs that reflect the values of the island community. The school prides itself on fostering a strong partnership between educators, families, and the wider Southwest Harbor community to ensure a safe and engaging environment. By blending rigorous academic standards with a commitment to social-emotional growth and outdoor education, Pemetic aims to prepare its students not only for the transition to middle and high school but also to become thoughtful, environmentally aware citizens.