For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,613 students in 04963, ME.
The top-ranked public schools in 04963, ME are Williams Elementary School, Messalonskee High School and Messalonskee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04963 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 88% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04963, ME have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04963, ME Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williams Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55 Pleasant Street
Oakland, ME 04963
(207) 465-2965
Oakland, ME 04963
(207) 465-2965
Gr: 3-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Messalonskee High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
131 Messalonskee High Drive
Oakland, ME 04963
(207) 465-7381
Oakland, ME 04963
(207) 465-7381
Gr: 9-12 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Messalonskee Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
33 School Bus Drive
Oakland, ME 04963
(207) 465-2167
Oakland, ME 04963
(207) 465-2167
Gr: 6-8 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
19 Heath Street
Oakland, ME 04963
(207) 465-3411
Oakland, ME 04963
(207) 465-3411
Gr: PK-2 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04963, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04963, ME include Williams Elementary School, Messalonskee High School and Messalonskee Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 04963?
4 public schools are located in 04963.
What is the racial composition of students in 04963?
04963 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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