Best 04579 Maine Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 333 students in 04579, ME (there are 1 private school, serving 73 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 04579, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 04579, ME is Woolwich Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 04579 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04579, ME 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 Black and American Indian), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 04579, ME Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woolwich Central School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
137 Nequasset Road
Woolwich, ME 04579
(207) 443-9739
Gr: PK-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 04579, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04579, ME include Woolwich Central School.
How many public schools are located in 04579?
1 public schools are located in 04579.
What percentage of students in 04579 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 04579 are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 04579?
04579 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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