For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,778 students in Augusta, ME.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Augusta, ME are James H Bean School, Chelsea Elementary School and Lillian Parks Hussey School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Augusta, ME public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in Augusta have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Augusta, ME (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James H Bean School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2896 Middle Road
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 547-3395
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 547-3395
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Chelsea Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
566 Togus Road
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 582-2214
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 582-2214
Grades: PK-8
| 281 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Lillian Parks Hussey School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12 Gedney Street
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2461
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2461
Grades: K-6
| 260 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30 Lincoln Street
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2483
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2483
Grades: K-6
| 310 students
Rank: #55.
Sylvio J Gilbert School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16 Sunset Avenue
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2491
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2491
Grades: PK-6
| 335 students
Rank: #66.
Farrington School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
249 Eastern Avenue
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2480
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2480
Grades: K-6
| 303 students
Augusta, Maine Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Malta Street
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2490
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2490
Grades: 7-8
| 368 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Augusta, ME?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Augusta, ME include James H Bean School, Chelsea Elementary School and Lillian Parks Hussey School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Augusta?
6 public elementary schools are located in Augusta.
What is the racial composition of students in Augusta?
Augusta public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Augusta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Augusta include: Lincoln School vs. Lillian Parks Hussey School, Lillian Parks Hussey School vs. Lincoln School
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