Maine: education overview
Average teacher salary $65,621 (2024-25), #29 of 51. Source
Public vs private schools
| Public | Private | |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | 597 | 130 |
| Students | 167,309 | 18,370 |
| Share of students | 90% | 10% |
Latest federal counts; public and private figures come from different school years, so the share is approximate.
Schools 2022-23Students 2024-25Teachers 2022-23Districts 2021-22
Students, teachers, districts
- Public school districts
- 256
- Public school teachers (full-time equivalent)
- 15,192
- Public school students
- 167,309
Schools 2022-23Students 2024-25Teachers 2022-23Districts 2021-22
How teacher pay is structured
Many school units serve K–12 and use one teacher schedule, but some towns retain elementary schools and belong to a separate secondary community school district. Pay is generally collectively bargained locally, subject to Maine’s statewide $40,000 minimum teacher salary rather than a statewide step schedule.
Separate high school districts: someStatewide salary schedule: minimumSource
For prospective educators
You'd be a good fit if you want small community schools, a state minimum teacher salary, and a coastal or rural New England lifestyle.
A general summary, not advice. Pay and conditions vary by district.