For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 259 students in 04786, ME.
The top ranked public schools in 04786, ME are Washburn District Elementary School and Washburn District High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04786 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04786, ME have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04786, ME Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washburn District Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
33 School Street
Washburn, ME 04786
(207) 455-4504
Washburn, ME 04786
(207) 455-4504
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Washburn District High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
33 School Street
Washburn, ME 04786
(207) 455-4501
Washburn, ME 04786
(207) 455-4501
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 04786, ME?
The top ranked public schools in 04786, ME include Washburn District Elementary School and Washburn District High School.
How many public schools are located in 04786?
2 public schools are located in 04786.
What is the racial composition of students in 04786?
04786 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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