For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,097 students in 04856, ME (there are 2 private schools, serving 129 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 04856, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 04856, ME are Camden-rockport Elementary School and Camden Hills Regional High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04856 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04856, ME have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04856, ME Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Camden-rockport Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11 Children's Way
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 236-7809
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 236-7809
Gr: PK-4 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Camden Hills Regional High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25 Keelson Drive
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 236-7800
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 236-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04856, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04856, ME include Camden-rockport Elementary School and Camden Hills Regional High School.
How many public schools are located in 04856?
2 public schools are located in 04856.
What percentage of students in 04856 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 04856 are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 04856?
04856 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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