For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,699 students in 04073, ME.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04073, ME are Margaret Chase Smith, Sanford Pride Elementary School and Sanford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 04073 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in 04073, ME have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maine public elementary school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04073, ME Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Margaret Chase Smith
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
248 Twombley Rd
Sanford, ME 04073
(207) 324-7586
Sanford, ME 04073
(207) 324-7586
Gr: PK-4 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Sanford Pride Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
708 Main Street
Sanford, ME 04073
(207) 324-8454
Sanford, ME 04073
(207) 324-8454
Gr: PK-4 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Sanford Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
52 Spartan Dr
Sanford, ME 04073
(207) 324-3114
Sanford, ME 04073
(207) 324-3114
Gr: 5-8 | 920 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 04073, ME?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04073, ME include Margaret Chase Smith, Sanford Pride Elementary School and Sanford Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 04073?
3 public elementary schools are located in 04073.
What is the racial composition of students in 04073?
04073 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maine public elementary schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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