There were 12 Asian students enrolled in Franklin County school districts in the 2023-24 school year, 14.3% less than the previous year, according to the Maine Department of Education.
Data showed that Asian students made up 0.4% of the 3,001 students in Franklin County school districts during the 2023-24 school year, making them the third least represented ethnicity.
Among the six districts in Franklin County, Regional School Unit 09 recorded the highest enrollment of Asian students in the 2023-24 school year, with a total of 11 students.
The main offices of all districts mentioned in the story are located in cities associated with Franklin County.
Data from Maine’s public schools for the 2023-24 school year shows a noticeable growth in Hispanic, Black, and multiracial enrollment over the past decade. While over 85% of students are white, this shows a slow but steady increase in diversity within the state schools.
| District Name | Asian Students Enrollment | Total Enrollment | % of Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regional School Unit 09 | 11 | 2,217 | 0.5% |
| Regional School Unit 58/Maine School Administrative District 58 | 0 | 461 | — |
| Regional School Unit 78 | 1 | 175 | 0.6% |
| Carrabassett Valley Public Schools | 0 | 72 | — |
| Eustis Public Schools | 0 | 67 | — |
| Coplin Plantation Public Schools | 0 | 9 | — |