For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,241 students in 04901, ME (there are 2 private schools, serving 446 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 04901, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 04901, ME are Winslow Elementary School, George J Mitchell School and Benton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04901 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04901, ME have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04901, ME Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winslow Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
285 Benton Ave
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-1967
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-1967
Gr: PK-6 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
George J Mitchell School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
58 Drummond Ave
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-0695
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-0695
Gr: PK-3 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Benton Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
68 School Drive
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 453-4240
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 453-4240
Gr: 1-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Albert S Hall School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
27 Pleasant St
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-8071
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-8071
Gr: 4-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Winslow High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20 Danielson St
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-1990
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-1990
Gr: 9-12 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Waterville Junior High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 West River Rd
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-2144
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-2144
Gr: 6-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #77.
Winslow Junior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
30 Danielson St
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-1973
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-1973
Gr: 7-8 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #88.
Waterville Senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Brooklyn Ave
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-2751
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-2751
Gr: 9-12 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
Mid-maine Technical Center
Vocational School
3 Brooklyn Ave
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-0102
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-0102
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04901, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04901, ME include Winslow Elementary School, George J Mitchell School and Benton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 04901?
9 public schools are located in 04901.
What percentage of students in 04901 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 04901 are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 04901?
04901 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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