For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 608 students in 04257, ME.
The top ranked public schools in 04257, ME are Meroby Elementary School and Mountain Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 04257 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04257, ME have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04257, ME Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Meroby Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Cross Street
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-3714
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-3714
Grades: PK-4
| 241 students
Rank: #22.
Mountain Valley Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
58 Highland Terrace
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-7926
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-7926
Grades: 5-8
| 367 students
Rank: n/an/a
Region 9 Sch Of Applied Technology
Vocational School
377 River Road
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-3764
Mexico, ME 04257
(207) 364-3764
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 04257, ME?
The top ranked public schools in 04257, ME include Meroby Elementary School and Mountain Valley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 04257?
3 public schools are located in 04257.
What is the racial composition of students in 04257?
04257 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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