Young School serves 323 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Young School's student population of 323 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering, Embracing, and Encouraging Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
The diversity score of Young School is 0.39, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
13%
5%
White
77%
85%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Young School often compared to?
Young Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Governor John Fairfield School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Young School?
323 students attend Young School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Young School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young School?
Young School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Young School offer ?
Young School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Young School part of?
Young School is part of Saco School District.
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