Best Schools in Durham, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Durham Community School
Elementary · Rsu 05. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$287,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$287,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Durham
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 | Durham Community School | 8.2 / 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
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $96,492
- Median home value
- $287,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 95%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Durham compares
Median household income
$96k
135% of Maine median
About Schools in Durham, Maine
Durham, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Durham 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 Durham is Durham Community School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Durham is served by 1 school district: RSU 05. These districts collectively serve 2,089 students.
Durham's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $96,492. The poverty rate in the area is 3.7%.
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 | 476 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.2 |
Schools in Durham
Durham, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$96,492
Median Home Value
$287,800
Population
4,203
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
95%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Community Profile
Durham has a median household income of $96,492. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $287,800. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. 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 Durham, Maine
How many schools are in Durham, Maine?
Durham has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Durham, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Durham is 8.2 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 Durham, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Durham on MySchoolScout is Durham Community School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Durham, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Durham on MySchoolScout is Durham Community School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Durham, Maine?
Durham is served by 1 school district: Rsu 05.
What is the education level in Durham, Maine?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Durham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Durham, Maine?
The median household income in Durham is approximately $96,492 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Durham, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Durham 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 Durham, 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.