For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 522 students in New Gloucester, ME (there are 2 private schools, serving 67 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in New Gloucester, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in New Gloucester, ME is Burchard A Dunn School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
New Gloucester, ME public schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 89% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in New Gloucester have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in New Gloucester, ME (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burchard A Dunn School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
667 Morse Road
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 657-5050
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 657-5050
Gr: PK-4 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
86 Intervale Road
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 926-4322
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 926-4322
Gr: K-2 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in New Gloucester, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in New Gloucester, ME include Burchard A Dunn School.
How many public schools are located in New Gloucester?
2 public schools are located in New Gloucester.
What percentage of students in New Gloucester go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in New Gloucester are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in New Gloucester?
New Gloucester public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in New Gloucester are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in New Gloucester include: Burchard A Dunn School vs. Memorial School, Memorial School vs. Burchard A Dunn School
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