Best Schools in Augusta, Maine
10 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Augusta by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Maine Arts Academy School
High · Maine Arts Academy. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Sylvio J Gilbert School
Elementary · Augusta Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Lincoln School
Elementary · Augusta Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Augusta for 2026 are Maine Arts Academy School (8.0/10), Sylvio J Gilbert School (7.7/10), and Lincoln School (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$197,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$197,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 38% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Augusta schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Augusta
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 10 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine Arts Academy School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Sylvio J Gilbert School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Lincoln School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Cony | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Farrington School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Lillian Parks Hussey School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Maine Virtual Academy | 4.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Cony Middle School | 3.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $55,158
- Median home value
- $197,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Augusta compares
Maine rank
#50 of 72
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Maine avg (6.2)
Median household income
$55k
77% of Maine median
Schools in this city
9
Augusta Public Schools runs 75% of Augusta's public schools
Augusta touches 3 districts, but Augusta Public Schools is the one most addresses actually attend.
Augusta Public Schools accounts for 6 of 8 public schools (75%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.4 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Augusta, not a citywide average.
- Augusta Public Schools6 public · 75%
- Maine Arts Academy1 public · 13%
- Maine Virtual Academy1 public · 13%
About Schools in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, Maine is home to 10 schools, including 8 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Augusta show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Augusta is Maine Arts Academy School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Augusta is served by 3 school districts: Augusta Public Schools, Maine Virtual Academy, Maine Arts Academy. These districts collectively serve 2,855 students.
Augusta's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,158. The poverty rate in the area is 16.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 319 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 295 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.0 | ||
| 3 | 308 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.2 | ||
| 4 | 242 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.0 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Michael SchoolPrivate 153 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 11 students · Pre-K–3rd | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 329 students · 7th–8th | 3.4 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 237 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 677 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
| 3 | 442 students · 7th–12th | 4.2 |
Schools in Augusta
Augusta, Maine · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,158
Median Home Value
$197,600
Median Rent
$912/mo
Population
26,517
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Community Profile
Augusta has a median household income of $55,158. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $197,600, with a median rent of $912/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Augusta, Maine
How many schools are in Augusta, Maine?
Augusta has 10 schools, including 8 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Augusta, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Augusta is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Augusta, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Augusta on MySchoolScout is Maine Arts Academy School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Augusta, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Augusta on MySchoolScout is Sylvio J Gilbert School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Augusta, Maine?
The top-ranked middle school in Augusta on MySchoolScout is Cony Middle School with a composite score of 3.4/10.
What is the best high school in Augusta, Maine?
The top-ranked high school in Augusta on MySchoolScout is Maine Arts Academy School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Augusta, Maine?
Augusta is served by 3 school districts: Augusta Public Schools, Maine Virtual Academy, Maine Arts Academy.
What is the education level in Augusta, Maine?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Augusta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Augusta, Maine?
The median household income in Augusta is approximately $55,158 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Augusta, Maine?
Yes, Augusta has 2 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Michael School with a score of 5.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Augusta, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Augusta is 11.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Augusta, Maine?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maine Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.