For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 362 students in Carmel, ME.
The top-ranked public schools in Carmel, ME are Carmel Elementary School and Caravel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carmel, ME public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in Carmel have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Carmel, ME (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carmel Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
50 Plymouth Road
Carmel, ME 04419
(207) 848-3383
Carmel, ME 04419
(207) 848-3383
Gr: PK-4 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Caravel Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
520 Irish Road
Carmel, ME 04419
(207) 848-3615
Carmel, ME 04419
(207) 848-3615
Gr: 5-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Carmel, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in Carmel, ME include Carmel Elementary School and Caravel Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Carmel?
2 public schools are located in Carmel.
What is the racial composition of students in Carmel?
Carmel public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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