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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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
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
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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