For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 355 students in Peru, ME.
The top-ranked public school in Peru, ME is Dirigo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Peru, ME public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in Peru have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Peru, ME (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dirigo Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
117 Auburn Road
Peru, ME 04290
(207) 562-4207
Peru, ME 04290
(207) 562-4207
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Peru, Maine Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
30 Main Street
Peru, ME 04290
(207) 562-7223
Peru, ME 04290
(207) 562-7223
Gr: K-5 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Peru, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in Peru, ME include Dirigo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Peru?
1 public schools are located in Peru.
What is the racial composition of students in Peru?
Peru public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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