For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 355 students in 04290, ME.
The top-ranked public school in 04290, ME is Dirigo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 04290 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in 04290, ME have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 04290, ME Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dirigo Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
117 Auburn Road
Peru, ME 04290
(207) 562-4207
Peru, ME 04290
(207) 562-4207
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
04290, Maine Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
30 Main Street
Peru, ME 04290
(207) 562-7223
Peru, ME 04290
(207) 562-7223
Gr: K-5 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 04290, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in 04290, ME include Dirigo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 04290?
1 public schools are located in 04290.
What is the racial composition of students in 04290?
04290 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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