Durham Community School

School Overview
Durham Community School, located at 654 Hallowell Road in Durham, Maine, serves as a central hub for the local community, providing education for students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of Regional School Unit 5 (RSU 5), the school is designed to foster a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of responsible, engaged citizens. Its facility and programs are structured to bridge the transition from early childhood education through the middle school years, focusing on a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for the challenges of high school and beyond.

Beyond its academic mission, Durham Community School is deeply integrated into the fabric of the town. The school promotes a collaborative culture where teachers, families, and community members work together to provide a well-rounded experience, often highlighting the importance of community involvement and local pride. By offering a range of extracurricular opportunities and utilizing its modern facilities, the school strives to create a nurturing space that encourages curiosity, character building, and a lifelong love of learning among its student body.
469
Total Students
42.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Durham Community School
Demographic Student Count
White431
Hispanic13
Black5
Asian2
Two or More16
American Indian2
  • White
    431 (91.9%)
  • Two or More
    16 (3.4%)
  • Hispanic
    13 (2.8%)
  • Black
    5 (1.1%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: RSU 05
Phone: (207)353-9333
Website: http://www.rsu5.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 469
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 56
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 21
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 28
Kindergarten 52
Grade 1 53
Grade 2 44
Grade 3 57
Grade 4 44
Grade 5 51
Grade 6 55
Grade 7 48
Grade 8 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Durham Community School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten28
Kindergarten52
Grade 153
Grade 244
Grade 357
Grade 444
Grade 551
Grade 655
Grade 748
Grade 837
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Durham Community School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24151.4%
Male22848.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)