Best Schools in Bowdoin, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Bowdoin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bowdoin Central School
Elementary · Rsu 75/msad 75. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$257,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$257,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bowdoin
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 | Bowdoin Central School | 7.0 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $78,238
- Median home value
- $257,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
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 7.0 out of 10, schools in Bowdoin 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 Bowdoin is Bowdoin Central School with a composite score of 7.0/10, 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 | 7.0 |
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
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Nearby Cities
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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 7.0 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 Bowdoin, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Bowdoin on MySchoolScout is Bowdoin Central School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
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 7.0/10.
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 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.