A+
Excellent
96/100

Great Salt Bay Community School

📚 K – 08 🏫 School
📍 767 Main St. Suite 2, Damariscotta, ME 04543
96
Repit Score
out of 100
387
Students
enrolled
10.9:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$18K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $17,651 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 767 Main St. Suite 2
City Damariscotta
ZIP Code 04543
District 2306160
NCES School ID 230616000916
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 04543

Understanding the community around Great Salt Bay Community School helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $54,677
Per Capita Income $36,422
Poverty Rate 15.8%
Households Earning $100K+ 22.4%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 40.4%
High School or Higher 96.9%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $289,000
Median Rent $943
Owner-Occupied 61.7%
Renter-Occupied 38.3%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Great Salt Bay Community School.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 91.7%
Hispanic/Latino 3.1%
Two or More Races 3.1%
Black 0.8%
Asian 1.3%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 387
Teachers (FTE) 35.6
Student:Teacher Ratio 10.9:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Great Salt Bay Community School?
Great Salt Bay Community School has a Repit School Score of 96 out of 100, earning a grade of A+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Great Salt Bay Community School?
Great Salt Bay Community School has 387 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1.
What grades does Great Salt Bay Community School serve?
Great Salt Bay Community School serves grades K – 08 and is classified as a School. This is a public school.
How much funding does Great Salt Bay Community School receive per student?
Great Salt Bay Community School receives $17,651 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Great Salt Bay Community School in 04543 ▼
Avg Home Value
$486,169
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,143
1-Year Change
+0.4%
% Renters
38.3%

About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026