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Best 04330 Maine Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,402 students in 04330, ME (there are 5 private schools, serving 356 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 04330, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 04330, ME are James H Bean School, Lillian Parks Hussey School and Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04330 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04330, ME have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 04330, ME Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James H Bean School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2896 Middle Road
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 547-3395
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Lillian Parks Hussey School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12 Gedney Street
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2461
Gr: K-6 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
30 Lincoln Street
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2483
Gr: K-6 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Chelsea Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
566 Togus Road
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 582-2214
Gr: PK-8 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #55.
Maine Arts Academy School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
310 Cony Road
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 480-7917
Gr: 9-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Sylvio J Gilbert School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
16 Sunset Avenue
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2491
Gr: PK-6 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #77.
Cony
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
60 Pierce Drive
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2460
Gr: 9-12 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #88.
Cony Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
60 Pierce Drive
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2460
Gr: 7-8 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #99.
Farrington School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
249 Eastern Avenue
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2480
Gr: K-6 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Capital Area Technical Center
Vocational School
40 Pierce Drive, Suite # 1
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-2475

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 04330, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04330, ME include James H Bean School, Lillian Parks Hussey School and Lincoln School.
How many public schools are located in 04330?
11 public schools are located in 04330.
What percentage of students in 04330 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 04330 are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 04330?
04330 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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