For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 250 students in 04862, ME.
The top ranked public schools in 04862, ME are Appleton Village School and Union Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04862 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04862, 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), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04862, ME Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Appleton Village School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
737 Union Road
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4504
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4504
Gr: PK-8 | 135 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1070 Heald Highway
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4330
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4330
Gr: PK-6 | 115 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 04862, ME?
The top ranked public schools in 04862, ME include Appleton Village School and Union Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 04862?
2 public schools are located in 04862.
What is the racial composition of students in 04862?
04862 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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