For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 471 students in 04861, ME.
The top-ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 04861 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04861, ME have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04861, ME Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomaston Grammar School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
65 Watts Lane
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6353
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6353
Gr: PK-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Oceanside Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
47 Valley Street
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-2502
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-2502
Gr: 6-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04861, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04861, ME include Thomaston Grammar School and Oceanside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 04861?
2 public schools are located in 04861.
What is the racial composition of students in 04861?
04861 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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