For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 271 students in Washburn, ME.
The top-ranked public schools in Washburn, ME are Washburn District Elementary School and Washburn District High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Washburn, ME public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maine public school average of 49%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 84% statewide average). Schools in Washburn have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is less than the Maine public school average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Washburn, ME (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washburn District Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
33 School Street
Washburn, ME 04786
(207) 455-4504
Washburn, ME 04786
(207) 455-4504
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Washburn District High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1359 Main Street
Washburn, ME 04786
(207) 455-4501
Washburn, ME 04786
(207) 455-4501
Gr: 9-12 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Washburn, ME?
The top-ranked public schools in Washburn, ME include Washburn District Elementary School and Washburn District High School.
How many public schools are located in Washburn?
2 public schools are located in Washburn.
What is the racial composition of students in Washburn?
Washburn public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is less than the Maine public schools average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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