PISCATAQUIS COMMUNITY SECONDARY SCHOOL

Piscataquis Community Secondary School is a Title I public high school that is part of the RSU 80/MSAD 04 school district, located in Guilford, ME with about 162 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 15 teachers, Piscataquis Community Secondary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Piscataquis Community Secondary School (PCSS), located in Guilford, Maine, serves as the primary educational hub for the students of School Administrative District 4 (SAD 4). As a public secondary institution, it provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 9 through 12, emphasizing college and career readiness within a rural community setting. The school is known for its close-knit atmosphere, where faculty and staff prioritize personalized attention and supportive relationships to help students navigate their high school years and prepare for post-secondary opportunities.

Beyond its core curriculum, PCSS offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations, which are central to the school’s identity and student engagement. By integrating traditional classroom learning with opportunities for social and extracurricular growth, the school aims to cultivate responsible, community-minded citizens. PCSS remains a vital pillar of the Guilford area, reflecting the values of its surrounding region while striving to meet the evolving educational needs of its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Piscataquis Community Secondary School at (207) 876-4625 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.