For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,017 students in 04543, ME.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04543, ME are Bristol Consolidated School, Nobleboro Central School and South Bristol Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 04543 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in 04543, ME have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04543, ME Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Bristol Consolidated School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2153 Bristol Rd
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 677-2678
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 677-2678
Gr: PK-8 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Nobleboro Central School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
194 Center Street
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 563-3437
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 563-3437
Gr: K-8 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
South Bristol Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2024 State Route 129
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 644-8177
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 644-8177
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #44.
Great Salt Bay Community School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
767 Main St. Suite 2
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 563-3091
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 563-3091
Gr: K-8 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Village School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
48 Washington Rd
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 549-7491
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 549-7491
Gr: K-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 04543, ME?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 04543, ME include Bristol Consolidated School, Nobleboro Central School and South Bristol Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 04543?
5 public elementary schools are located in 04543.
What is the racial composition of students in 04543?
04543 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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