For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 528 students in 04260, ME (there are 2 private schools, serving 67 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 04260, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 89%).
The top ranked public school in 04260, ME is Burchard A Dunn School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04260 have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the Maine public school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 89% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04260, ME have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04260, ME Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Burchard A Dunn School
Magnet School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
667 Morse Road
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 657-5050
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 657-5050
Grades: PK-4
| 346 students
Rank: n/an/a
Memorial School
Magnet School
86 Intervale Road
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 926-4322
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 926-4322
Grades: K-2
| 182 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 04260, ME?
The top ranked public schools in 04260, ME include Burchard A Dunn School.
How many public schools are located in 04260?
2 public schools are located in 04260.
What percentage of students in 04260 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 04260 are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 04260?
04260 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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