For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 776 students in 04986, ME.
The top-ranked public schools in 04986, ME are Mt View High School, Mt View Elementary School and Mt View Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04986 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04986, ME have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04986, ME Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt View High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
577 Mount View Road
Thorndike, ME 04986
(207) 568-3255
Thorndike, ME 04986
(207) 568-3255
Gr: 9-12 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Mt View Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
573 Mount View Road
Thorndike, ME 04986
(207) 568-7541
Thorndike, ME 04986
(207) 568-7541
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Mt View Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
575 Mount View Road
Thorndike, ME 04986
(207) 568-7561
Thorndike, ME 04986
(207) 568-7561
Gr: 6-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04986, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04986, ME include Mt View High School, Mt View Elementary School and Mt View Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 04986?
3 public schools are located in 04986.
What is the racial composition of students in 04986?
04986 public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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