For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 396 students in Dixfield, ME (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Dixfield, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Dixfield, ME are T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School and Dirigo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dixfield, ME public schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in Dixfield 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 Public Schools in Dixfield, ME (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
45 Middle School Drive
Dixfield, ME 04224
(207) 562-7552
Dixfield, ME 04224
(207) 562-7552
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Dirigo High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
145 Weld Street
Dixfield, ME 04224
(207) 562-4251
Dixfield, ME 04224
(207) 562-4251
Gr: 9-12 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dixfield, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in Dixfield, ME include T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School and Dirigo High School.
How many public schools are located in Dixfield?
2 public schools are located in Dixfield.
What percentage of students in Dixfield go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Dixfield are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dixfield?
Dixfield 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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