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8.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Bowdoin, Maine

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
8.8/10

100% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$78,238

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$257,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
33%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
87%

Of occupied housing units

How Bowdoin compares

Median household income

$78k

110% of Maine median

About Schools in Bowdoin, Maine

Bowdoin, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, schools in Bowdoin perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Bowdoin is Bowdoin Central School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Bowdoin is served by 1 school district: RSU 75/MSAD 75. These districts collectively serve 2,342 students.

Bowdoin's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,238. The poverty rate in the area is 9.7%.

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
1 197 students · Pre-K–5th 8.8

Schools in Bowdoin

Bowdoin, Maine · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$78,238

Median Home Value

$257,300

Population

3,180

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

87%

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Community Profile

Bowdoin has a median household income of $78,238. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,300. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Maine
Total Schools
1
Elementary
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
8.8/10

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Bowdoin, Maine

How many schools are in Bowdoin, Maine?

Bowdoin has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Bowdoin, Maine?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bowdoin is 8.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Bowdoin, Maine?

The top-ranked school in Bowdoin on MySchoolScout is Bowdoin Central School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Bowdoin, Maine?

The top-ranked elementary school in Bowdoin on MySchoolScout is Bowdoin Central School with a composite score of 8.8/10.

How many school districts serve Bowdoin, Maine?

Bowdoin is served by 1 school district: Rsu 75/msad 75.

What is the education level in Bowdoin, Maine?

According to Census data, 33% of adults in Bowdoin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Bowdoin, Maine?

The median household income in Bowdoin is approximately $78,238 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Bowdoin, Maine?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bowdoin 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 Bowdoin, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.