For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 396 students in 04974, ME.
The top-ranked public schools in 04974, ME are Searsport Elementary School, Searsport District High School and Searsport District Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04974 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04974, ME have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04974, ME Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Searsport Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30 Mortland Road
Searsport, ME 04974
(207) 548-2317
Searsport, ME 04974
(207) 548-2317
Gr: PK-5 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Searsport District High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
24 Mortland Road
Searsport, ME 04974
(207) 548-2313
Searsport, ME 04974
(207) 548-2313
Gr: 9-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Searsport District Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26 Mortland Road
Searsport, ME 04974
(207) 548-2313
Searsport, ME 04974
(207) 548-2313
Gr: 6-8 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04974, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04974, ME include Searsport Elementary School, Searsport District High School and Searsport District Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 04974?
3 public schools are located in 04974.
What is the racial composition of students in 04974?
04974 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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