For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 473 students in 04742, ME.
The top ranked public schools in 04742, ME are Fort Fairfield Elementary School and Fort Fairfield Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04742 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04742, ME have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04742, ME Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fort Fairfield Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
76 Brunswick Avenue
Fort Fairfield, ME 04742
(207) 472-3290
Fort Fairfield, ME 04742
(207) 472-3290
Grades: PK-5
| 205 students
Rank: #22.
Fort Fairfield Middle/high School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
28 High School Drive Suite B
Fort Fairfield, ME 04742
(207) 472-3271
Fort Fairfield, ME 04742
(207) 472-3271
Grades: 6-12
| 268 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 04742, ME?
The top ranked public schools in 04742, ME include Fort Fairfield Elementary School and Fort Fairfield Middle/high School.
How many public schools are located in 04742?
2 public schools are located in 04742.
What is the racial composition of students in 04742?
04742 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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