For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 98 students in Howland, ME.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Howland, ME is Hichborn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Howland, ME public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in Howland have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Howland, ME (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hichborn Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
23 Cross Street
Howland, ME 04448
(207) 732-3113
Howland, ME 04448
(207) 732-3113
Gr: 6-8 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Howland, ME?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Howland, ME include Hichborn Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Howland?
1 public elementary schools are located in Howland.
What is the racial composition of students in Howland?
Howland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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