District Overview
Regional School Unit 52 (MSAD 52) is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 486 Turner Center Road in Turner, Maine. Situated in a distant rural setting within the broader Lewiston-Auburn metropolitan area, the district operates six public schools that deliver a continuous academic pathway from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. Currently serving 2,028 enrolled students across its primary and secondary campuses, RSU 52 provides an essential educational hub for its surrounding rural communities, combining accessible local schooling with a comprehensive curriculum designed for early childhood through high school graduation.

To support its student body and maintain robust learning environments, the district relies on a sizable and dedicated workforce. The district's staffing context features approximately 334 full-time equivalent teachers complemented by 78 instructional aides, alongside a broad network of support personnel that brings the total staff count to over 1,050 full-time equivalent positions. This substantial educator-to-student presence allows RSU 52 to offer individualized academic attention and supportive services tailored to student needs. Community members, prospective families, and educational researchers can learn more about the district's programs by visiting their official website at www.msad52.org or by calling (207) 225-1000.
6
Total Schools
2,028
Total Students
334.4
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RSU 52/MSAD 52
Demographic Student Count
White1,879
Hispanic62
Black27
Asian5
Two or More50
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,879 (92.7%)
  • Hispanic
    62 (3.1%)
  • Two or More
    50 (2.5%)
  • Black
    27 (1.3%)
  • Asian
    5 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in RSU 52/MSAD 52
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle1
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:6
Students:2,028*
Teachers (FTE):334.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.1
Schools in RSU 52/MSAD 52
Found 6 Schools