Best Durham Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 469 students in Durham, ME.
The top-ranked public school in Durham, ME is Durham Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Durham, ME public school 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 Durham have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Durham, ME (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Durham Community School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
654 Hallowell Road
Durham, ME 04222
(207) 353-9333
Gr: PK-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Durham, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in Durham, ME include Durham Community School.
How many public schools are located in Durham?
1 public schools are located in Durham.
What is the racial composition of students in Durham?
Durham public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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