Best Schools in New Sharon, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in New Sharon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cape Cod Hill Elem School
Elementary · Rsu 09. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$155,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$155,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in New Sharon
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 | Cape Cod Hill Elem School | 8.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $61,250
- Median home value
- $155,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How New Sharon compares
Median household income
$61k
86% of Maine median
About Schools in New Sharon, Maine
New Sharon, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in New Sharon 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 New Sharon is Cape Cod Hill Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
New Sharon is served by 1 school district: RSU 09. These districts collectively serve 2,251 students.
New Sharon's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,250. The poverty rate in the area is 7.6%.
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 | 170 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
Schools in New Sharon
New Sharon, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,250
Median Home Value
$155,800
Median Rent
$908/mo
Population
1,622
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Community Profile
New Sharon has a median household income of $61,250. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $155,800, with a median rent of $908/month. The local poverty rate of 7.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
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Nearby Cities
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Common questions about schools in New Sharon, Maine
How many schools are in New Sharon, Maine?
New Sharon has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New Sharon, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Sharon is 8.1 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 New Sharon, Maine?
The top-ranked school in New Sharon on MySchoolScout is Cape Cod Hill Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in New Sharon, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in New Sharon on MySchoolScout is Cape Cod Hill Elem School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve New Sharon, Maine?
New Sharon is served by 1 school district: Rsu 09.
What is the education level in New Sharon, Maine?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in New Sharon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New Sharon, Maine?
The median household income in New Sharon is approximately $61,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Sharon, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Sharon is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Sharon, 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.