For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 632 students in 04257, ME.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04257, ME are Meroby Elementary School and Mountain Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 04257 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in 04257, ME have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04257, ME Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meroby Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Cross Street
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-3714
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-3714
Gr: PK-4 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Mountain Valley Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
58 Highland Terrace
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-7926
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-7926
Gr: 5-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 04257, ME?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04257, ME include Meroby Elementary School and Mountain Valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 04257?
2 public elementary schools are located in 04257.
What is the racial composition of students in 04257?
04257 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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