Trenton Public Schools

Situated at 1081 Eagle Lake Road in Bar Harbor, Maine, Trenton Public Schools is an active, traditional public school district set within a picturesque, rural remote community. Operating independently as a single-school district rather than a charter or component of a supervisory union, it is authorized to serve students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. The district provides a welcoming, grounded educational environment that reflects the close-knit character and natural beauty of its coastal Maine location.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district fosters an intimate learning environment with a total enrollment of 120 students, primarily concentrated across Pre-K through 8th grade. This small student body is backed by an exceptionally strong staffing infrastructure, featuring approximately 35 full-time equivalent teachers, 8.5 instructional aides, and nearly 34 support staff members—bringing total district personnel to more than 77 full-time equivalent roles. For parents, students, and educational researchers, Trenton Public Schools represents a unique model of rural public education where low student-to-teacher ratios ensure highly personalized instruction and deep community connection.