RSU 35/MSAD 35

Located at 180 Depot Road in Eliot, Maine, Regional School Unit 35 (RSU 35/MSAD 35) is an active, comprehensive public school district serving families within the rural fringe setting of the Portland-South Portland metropolitan area. Across its five operational schools, the district delivers a complete academic continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Currently educating a total student body of 2,120 pupils—including 1,072 female and 1,048 male students—RSU 35 provides a balanced, continuous learning environment that supports children from early childhood through high school graduation.

Essential to the district's educational mission is a robust staffing context highlighted in the 2024–2025 national data, featuring a full-time equivalent workforce of 758 dedicated personnel. This team includes 340 full-time classroom teachers, 62.5 instructional aides, and 355.5 support staff members who collectively foster strong student-to-educator connections and maintain effective day-to-day operations. For parents, students, and educational researchers, RSU 35/MSAD 35 stands as a well-resourced, community-centered district committed to fostering academic growth and well-rounded student development.