Best Schools in Gorham, Maine
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Gorham by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Narragansett Elementary School
Elementary · Gorham Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Great Falls Elementary School
Elementary · Gorham Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gorham High School
High · Gorham Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Gorham for 2026 are Narragansett Elementary School (7.7/10), Great Falls Elementary School (7.3/10), and Gorham High School (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$426,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$426,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gorham
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Narragansett Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Great Falls Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Gorham High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Village Elementary School-gorham | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Gorham Middle School | 6.4 / 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
- $110,181
- Median home value
- $426,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 46%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Gorham compares
Maine rank
#13 of 72
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Maine avg (6.2)
Median household income
$110k
154% of Maine median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Gorham, Maine
Gorham, Maine is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Gorham show moderate performance 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 Gorham is Narragansett Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gorham is served by 1 school district: Gorham Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 2,851 students.
Gorham's community shows 46% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,181. The poverty rate in the area is 3.4%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 440 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 500 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 428 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 668 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 813 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Gorham
Gorham, Maine · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$110,181
Median Home Value
$426,300
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Population
18,192
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Community Profile
Gorham has a median household income of $110,181. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $426,300, with a median rent of $1,567/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Gorham, Maine
How many schools are in Gorham, Maine?
Gorham has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gorham, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gorham 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 Gorham, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Gorham on MySchoolScout is Narragansett Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gorham, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gorham on MySchoolScout is Narragansett Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Gorham, Maine?
The top-ranked middle school in Gorham on MySchoolScout is Gorham Middle School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Gorham, Maine?
The top-ranked high school in Gorham on MySchoolScout is Gorham High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Gorham, Maine?
Gorham is served by 1 school district: Gorham Public Schools.
What is the education level in Gorham, Maine?
According to Census data, 46% of adults in Gorham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gorham, Maine?
The median household income in Gorham is approximately $110,181 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gorham, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gorham is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gorham, 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.