Governor John Fairfield School serves 289 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 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor John Fairfield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Governor John Fairfield School's student population of 289 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Governor John Fairfield School is 0.37, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
8%
5%
White
79%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Governor John Fairfield School often compared to?
Governor John Fairfield Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Young School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Governor John Fairfield School?
289 students attend Governor John Fairfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Governor John Fairfield School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor John Fairfield School?
Governor John Fairfield School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Governor John Fairfield School offer ?
Governor John Fairfield School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Governor John Fairfield School part of?
Governor John Fairfield School is part of Saco School District.
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