For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,000 students in Wells, ME.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Wells, ME are Wells Elementary School and Wells Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wells, ME public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wells have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Wells, ME (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wells Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
276 Sanford Rd
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-5953
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-5953
Grades: K-4
| 559 students
Rank: #22.
Wells Junior High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1470 Post Rd
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-5142
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-5142
Grades: 5-8
| 441 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Wells, ME?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Wells, ME include Wells Elementary School and Wells Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wells?
2 public elementary schools are located in Wells.
What is the racial composition of students in Wells?
Wells public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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