For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 473 students in 04742, ME.
The top-ranked public schools in 04742, ME are Fort Fairfield Elementary School and Fort Fairfield Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04742 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04742, ME have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04742, ME Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Fairfield Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
76 Brunswick Avenue
Fort Fairfield, ME 04742
(207) 472-3290
Fort Fairfield, ME 04742
(207) 472-3290
Gr: PK-5 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Fort Fairfield Middle/high School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
28 High School Drive Suite B
Fort Fairfield, ME 04742
(207) 472-3271
Fort Fairfield, ME 04742
(207) 472-3271
Gr: 6-12 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04742, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04742, ME include Fort Fairfield Elementary School and Fort Fairfield Middle/high School.
How many public schools are located in 04742?
2 public schools are located in 04742.
What is the racial composition of students in 04742?
04742 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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