For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 827 students in Orono, ME (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Orono, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Orono, ME are Asa C Adams School, Orono High School and Orono Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Orono, ME public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in Orono have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Orono, ME (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Asa C Adams School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6 Goodridge Drive
Orono, ME 04473
(207) 866-2151
Orono, ME 04473
(207) 866-2151
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Orono High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14 Goodridge Drive
Orono, ME 04473
(207) 866-4916
Orono, ME 04473
(207) 866-4916
Gr: 9-12 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Orono Middle School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10 Goodridge Drive
Orono, ME 04473
(207) 866-2350
Orono, ME 04473
(207) 866-2350
Gr: 6-8 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Orono, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in Orono, ME include Asa C Adams School, Orono High School and Orono Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Orono?
3 public schools are located in Orono.
What percentage of students in Orono go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Orono are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Orono?
Orono public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Orono are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Orono include: Orono Middle School vs. Asa C Adams School
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