For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 464 students in 04861, ME.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 04861 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in 04861, ME 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 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04861, ME Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thomaston Grammar 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
| 156 students
Rank: #22.
Oceanside Middle 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
| 308 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 elementary schools in 04861, ME?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 04861, ME include Thomaston Grammar School and Oceanside Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 04861?
2 public elementary schools are located in 04861.
What is the racial composition of students in 04861?
04861 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 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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