For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 137 students in 04847, ME (there are 1 private school, serving 24 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 04847, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 89%).
The top ranked public school in 04847, ME is Hope Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 04847 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Maine public school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 95% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04847, ME have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04847, ME Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hope Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
34 Highfield Road
Hope, ME 04847
(207) 785-4081
Hope, ME 04847
(207) 785-4081
Grades: PK-8
| 137 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 04847, ME?
The top ranked public schools in 04847, ME include Hope Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 04847?
1 public schools are located in 04847.
What percentage of students in 04847 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 04847 are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 04847?
04847 public schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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