For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,017 students in Damariscotta, ME.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Damariscotta, ME are Bristol Consolidated School, Nobleboro Central School and South Bristol Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Damariscotta, ME public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 88% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 81%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in Damariscotta have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Damariscotta, ME (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bristol Consolidated School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2153 Bristol Rd
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 677-2678
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 677-2678
Grades: PK-8
| 187 students
Rank: #22.
Nobleboro Central School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
194 Center Street
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 563-3437
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 563-3437
Grades: K-8
| 149 students
Rank: #33.
South Bristol Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2024 State Route 129
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 644-8177
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 644-8177
Grades: PK-8
| 59 students
Rank: #44.
Great Salt Bay Community School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
767 Main St. Suite 2
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 563-3091
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 563-3091
Grades: K-8
| 387 students
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Village School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
48 Washington Rd
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 549-7491
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 549-7491
Grades: K-8
| 235 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Damariscotta, ME?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Damariscotta, ME include Bristol Consolidated School, Nobleboro Central School and South Bristol Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Damariscotta?
5 public elementary schools are located in Damariscotta.
What is the racial composition of students in Damariscotta?
Damariscotta public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Damariscotta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Damariscotta include: Jefferson Village School vs. Nobleboro Central School, Bristol Consolidated School vs. Great Salt Bay Community School, Nobleboro Central School vs. Jefferson Village School
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