Best Schools in Castine, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Adams School
Elementary · Castine Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$557,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$557,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Castine
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 | Adams School | 8.0 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $111,500
- Median home value
- $557,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 76%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Castine compares
Median household income
$112k
156% of Maine median
About Schools in Castine, Maine
Castine, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Castine 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 Castine is Adams School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Castine is served by 1 school district: Castine Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 77 students.
Castine's community shows 76% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,500. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
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 | 54 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.0 |
Schools in Castine
Castine, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$111,500
Median Home Value
$557,700
Median Rent
$1,028/mo
Population
1,222
College Educated
76%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Castine has a median household income of $111,500. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $557,700, with a median rent of $1,028/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Castine, Maine
How many schools are in Castine, Maine?
Castine has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Castine, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Castine is 8.0 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 Castine, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Castine on MySchoolScout is Adams School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Castine, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Castine on MySchoolScout is Adams School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Castine, Maine?
Castine is served by 1 school district: Castine Public Schools.
What is the education level in Castine, Maine?
According to Census data, 76% of adults in Castine have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Castine, Maine?
The median household income in Castine is approximately $111,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Castine, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Castine is 6.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Castine, 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.