The Governor Baxter School for the Deaf, formerly known as the Maine School for the Deaf, is a public co-educational school that serves the deaf and hard-of-hearing in the State of Maine.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Islanders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Governor Baxter School For The Deaf-prek offer ?
Governor Baxter School For The Deaf-prek offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Governor Baxter School For The Deaf-prek part of?
Governor Baxter School For The Deaf-prek is part of Maine Educational Center For The Deaf & Hard Of Hearing School District.
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