For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 490 students in Orono, ME.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Orono, ME are Asa C Adams 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in Orono have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Maine public elementary school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary 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: #22.
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 elementary schools in Orono, ME?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Orono, ME include Asa C Adams School and Orono Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Orono?
2 public elementary schools are located in Orono.
What is the racial composition of students in Orono?
Orono public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Maine public elementary schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Orono are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Orono include: Orono Middle School vs. Asa C Adams School
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