For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,942 students in 04072, ME (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,726 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in 04072, ME are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 04072, ME are Saco Middle School and C K Burns School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04072 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04072, ME have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04072, ME Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saco Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
40 Buxton Road
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 282-4181
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 282-4181
Gr: 6-8 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
C K Burns School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
135 Middle Street
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 284-5081
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 284-5081
Gr: 3-5 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
75 Beach Street
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 282-1322
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 282-1322
Gr: K-2 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
5 Willey Rd.
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 284-4505
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 284-4505
Gr: PK | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
36 Tasker St
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 284-7053
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 284-7053
Gr: K-2 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04072, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04072, ME include Saco Middle School and C K Burns School.
How many public schools are located in 04072?
5 public schools are located in 04072.
What percentage of students in 04072 go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 04072 are educated in public schools (compared to the ME state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 04072?
04072 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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