Best Cape Elizabeth Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,525 students in Cape Elizabeth, ME (there are 3 private schools, serving 94 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Cape Elizabeth, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Cape Elizabeth, ME are Pond Cove Elementary School, Cape Elizabeth Middle School and Cape Elizabeth High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cape Elizabeth, ME public schools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 96% (versus the 84% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Cape Elizabeth, ME (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pond Cove Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
12 Scott Dyer Road
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(207) 799-7339
Gr: PK-4 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Cape Elizabeth Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
14 Scott Dyer Road
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(207) 799-8176
Gr: 5-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Cape Elizabeth High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
345 Ocean House Road
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(207) 799-3309
Gr: 9-12 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Cape Elizabeth, ME?
The top ranked public schools in Cape Elizabeth, ME include Pond Cove Elementary School, Cape Elizabeth Middle School and Cape Elizabeth High School.
How many public schools are located in Cape Elizabeth?
3 public schools are located in Cape Elizabeth.
What percentage of students in Cape Elizabeth go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Cape Elizabeth are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cape Elizabeth?
Cape Elizabeth public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Cape Elizabeth are often viewed compared to one another?

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