For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 608 students in 04257, ME.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 04257, ME are Mountain Valley Middle School and Meroby Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 04257 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in 04257, ME have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04257, ME Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mountain Valley Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
58 Highland Terrace
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-7926
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-7926
Grades: 5-8
| 367 students
Rank: #22.
Meroby Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21 Cross Street
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-3714
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-3714
Grades: PK-4
| 241 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 04257, ME?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 04257, ME include Mountain Valley Middle School and Meroby Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 04257?
2 public elementary schools are located in 04257.
What is the racial composition of students in 04257?
04257 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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