Regional School Unit 22

Regional School Unit 22 in Maine is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district serves a predominantly white student population, with some socioeconomic diversity as indicated by the range of free and reduced-price lunch rates across the schools.

Among the standout schools in the district are Reeds Brook Middle School, which consistently ranks among the top middle schools in the state, and Hampden Academy, the district's high school, which has a strong performance history and a solid 88.6% four-year graduation rate. Another notable school is George B. Weatherbee School, an elementary school that ranks 30th out of 290 Maine elementary schools and has a low chronic absenteeism rate of 8.6%.

While the district has some high-performing schools, there are also areas of concern, such as the high chronic absenteeism rates at some schools, particularly Leroy H. Smith School, which may indicate a need for targeted interventions to improve student attendance. Additionally, the smaller elementary schools, such as Newburgh Elementary School, may face unique operational and resource challenges despite potentially offering more personalized learning environments.