For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 470 students in 04496, ME.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 04496, ME are Leroy H Smith School and Samuel L Wagner Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 04496 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in 04496, ME have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04496, ME Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leroy H Smith School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
319 South Main Street
Winterport, ME 04496
(207) 223-4282
Winterport, ME 04496
(207) 223-4282
Grades: PK-4
| 272 students
Rank: #22.
Samuel L Wagner Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19 Williams Way
Winterport, ME 04496
(207) 223-4309
Winterport, ME 04496
(207) 223-4309
Grades: 5-8
| 198 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 04496, ME?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 04496, ME include Leroy H Smith School and Samuel L Wagner Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 04496?
2 public elementary schools are located in 04496.
What is the racial composition of students in 04496?
04496 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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