Best Schools in Bar Harbor, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Bar Harbor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Conners-emerson School
Elementary · Bar Harbor Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$451,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$451,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bar Harbor
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conners-emerson School | 7.6 / 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
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $74,408
- Median home value
- $451,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 58%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Bar Harbor compares
Median household income
$74k
104% of Maine median
About Schools in Bar Harbor, Maine
Bar Harbor, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Bar Harbor perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bar Harbor is Conners-emerson School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bar Harbor is served by 1 school district: Bar Harbor Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 346 students.
Bar Harbor's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,408. The poverty rate in the area is 14.4%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 346 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.6 |
Schools in Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,408
Median Home Value
$451,800
Median Rent
$1,190/mo
Population
5,198
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
74%
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Community Profile
Bar Harbor has a median household income of $74,408. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $451,800, with a median rent of $1,190/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bar Harbor, Maine
How many schools are in Bar Harbor, Maine?
Bar Harbor has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bar Harbor, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bar Harbor is 7.6 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 Bar Harbor, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Bar Harbor on MySchoolScout is Conners-emerson School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bar Harbor, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bar Harbor on MySchoolScout is Conners-emerson School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Bar Harbor, Maine?
Bar Harbor is served by 1 school district: Bar Harbor Public Schools.
What is the education level in Bar Harbor, Maine?
According to Census data, 58% of adults in Bar Harbor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bar Harbor, Maine?
The median household income in Bar Harbor is approximately $74,408 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bar Harbor, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bar Harbor is 7.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bar Harbor, 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.