For the 2025 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 168 students
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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