For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 236 students in 04917, ME (there are 1 private school, serving 51 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 04917, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 04917, ME is Belgrade Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 04917 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04917, ME have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04917, ME Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belgrade Central School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
158 Depot Road
Belgrade, ME 04917
(207) 495-2321
Belgrade, ME 04917
(207) 495-2321
Gr: PK-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04917, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04917, ME include Belgrade Central School.
How many public schools are located in 04917?
1 public schools are located in 04917.
What percentage of students in 04917 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 04917 are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 04917?
04917 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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