Gerald D Cushing School serves 101 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gerald D Cushing School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gerald D Cushing School's student population of 101 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gerald D Cushing School is 0.08, which is less 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
8:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
4%
White
96%
85%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gerald D Cushing School?
101 students attend Gerald D Cushing School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Gerald D Cushing School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gerald D Cushing School?
Gerald D Cushing School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gerald D Cushing School offer ?
Gerald D Cushing School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gerald D Cushing School part of?
Gerald D Cushing School is part of RSU 09 School District.
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