RSU 23

Located at 40 E Emerson Cummings Blvd in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, Regional School Unit (RSU) 23 is an open, independent public school district serving families within a midsize suburban setting of the greater Portland-South Portland metropolitan area. As a traditional, non-charter school system, RSU 23 delivers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade across its three operational schools. Grounded in its coastal community context, the district provides a structured academic environment designed to nurture student growth from early childhood education through high school graduation.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, RSU 23 educates a total student body of 614 learners, maintaining balanced cohort sizes across all grade levels—ranging from 42 pre-kindergarten pupils to 48 graduating seniors. The district’s learning environment is backed by a robust human resources infrastructure comprising approximately 337 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This total includes over 144 FTE teachers, 23 instructional aides, and nearly 169 support staff personnel, ensuring that students benefit from attentive instruction, dedicated classroom assistance, and strong administrative and operational backing.