For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 446 students in 04217, ME.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04217, ME are Crescent Park School and Telstar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 04217 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in 04217, ME have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04217, ME Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crescent Park School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19 Crescent Lane
Bethel, ME 04217
(207) 824-2839
Bethel, ME 04217
(207) 824-2839
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Telstar Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
284 Walkers Mills Rd
Bethel, ME 04217
(207) 824-2136
Bethel, ME 04217
(207) 824-2136
Gr: 6-8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 04217, ME?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04217, ME include Crescent Park School and Telstar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 04217?
2 public elementary schools are located in 04217.
What is the racial composition of students in 04217?
04217 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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