Fruit Street School

175 Fruit Street, Bangor, ME, 04401

Top 10% School in MAINE

Ranked 4 of 64 in MAINE

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About Fruit Street School

Fruit Street School has a warm, steady feeling that many Bangor families like. The math proficiency here usually lands somewhere in the middle range, sometimes a little higher depending on the year. Teachers manage groups that feel manageable, more like a small gathering than a crowded room, which helps kids settle in. When you compare the atmosphere to schools like Fairmount School or Downeast School, Fruit Street feels a bit more relaxed and neighborhood-like. Families often say it is not too busy, not too strict, just balanced in its own way. Renting a three bedroom home in this area can get a little pricey for Bangor, but most families who choose this neighborhood stay because everything feels close and easy. Students eventually move on to Bangor High School, which is known for preparing kids for jobs in healthcare support, trades, and local business roles. The school environment reflects that same practical, calm attitude. Fruit Street School doesn’t try to be flashy. It feels grounded, friendly, and steady, the type of place where teachers know when a child is having an off day just by the way they walk into class.

Contact Information

Address

175 Fruit Street, Bangor, ME, 04401

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Phone

(207) 941-6270

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 87%
Reading 87%
State average proficiency is 87% in Math and 87% in Reading.
22
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
322
Total Students
$69151
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 4 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Fruit Street School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

4

of 64 in MAINE

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Early release on Wednesday at 1:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 77.33%
Asian 4.35%
Hispanic 6.21%
Black 2.48%
Two+ Races 9.32%
Native Am. 0.31%
White
77.33%
Asian
4.35%
Hispanic
6.21%
Black
2.48%
Two+ Races
9.32%
Native Am.
0.31%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 322
53.73%
173 Female
46.27%
149 Male

Student Population

322 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

536 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The school has launched a new reading workshop model to help students build stronger daily habits. Teachers also added a short morning movement routine to help kids settle into learning.

FAQ

Q1. How is the playground at Fruit Street School

Ans. It has plenty of open space and kids usually enjoy the simple layout.

Q2. Do teachers stay in touch with parents

Ans. Most families say communication feels easy and not overwhelming.

Q3. Is the school good for kids who take time to adjust

Ans. Yes the staff is patient and helps students settle in slowly.

Q4. Are there activities beyond regular classes

Ans. The school offers a few clubs and seasonal programs depending on interest.

Q5. How is the morning drop off

Ans. It is usually smooth with families walking or pulling in without much rush.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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