RSU 85/MSAD 19

Regional School Unit 85 / MSAD 19 is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 423 US Route 1 in Pembroke, Maine. Situated in a distinctly rural remote setting along Washington County’s eastern coast, this single-school district provides comprehensive educational services spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Operating independently as a non-charter district, RSU 85 / MSAD 19 offers a close-knit learning community designed to nurture young learners through their foundational academic years while serving as a vital educational anchor for the surrounding coastal area.

According to NCES data for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a student body of 87 children, with active enrollment concentrated across the pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade levels. What truly distinguishes RSU 85 / MSAD 19 is its robust instructional and operational support context: the district employs 20 full-time equivalent teachers alongside 10 instructional aides and nearly 34 support personnel. With a total staff of approximately 64 full-time equivalent professionals dedicated to under 100 students, the district maintains extraordinarily small class sizes and exceptionally low student-to-educator ratios. This resource-rich staffing structure allows educators to provide highly individualized instruction, comprehensive support services, and a tailored educational experience that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth.