For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 502 students in 04861, ME.
The top ranked public schools in 04861, ME are Thomaston Grammar School and Oceanside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04861 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Maine public school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04861, ME have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04861, ME Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thomaston Grammar School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
65 Watts Lane
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6353
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6353
Grades: K-5
| 153 students
Rank: #22.
Oceanside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
47 Valley Street
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-2502
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-2502
Grades: 6-8
| 349 students
04861, Maine Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
13 Valley Street
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6464
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6464
Grades: K-4
| 167 students
47 Valley Street
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-2502
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-2502
Grades: 8-9
| 215 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 04861, ME?
The top ranked public schools in 04861, ME include Thomaston Grammar School and Oceanside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 04861?
2 public schools are located in 04861.
What is the racial composition of students in 04861?
04861 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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