For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 857 students in 04953, ME.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04953, ME are Sebasticook Valley Elementary School and Nokomis Regional Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 04953 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in 04953, ME have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04953, ME Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sebasticook Valley Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
337 Williams Road
Newport, ME 04953
(207) 368-4592
Newport, ME 04953
(207) 368-4592
Gr: PK-4 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Nokomis Regional Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
291 Williams Road Suite 1
Newport, ME 04953
(207) 355-3600
Newport, ME 04953
(207) 355-3600
Gr: 5-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 04953, ME?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04953, ME include Sebasticook Valley Elementary School and Nokomis Regional Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 04953?
2 public elementary schools are located in 04953.
What is the racial composition of students in 04953?
04953 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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