Best Schools in Old Orchard Beach, Maine
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Old Orchard Beach by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Old Orchard Beach High School
High · Rsu 23. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Loranger Memorial School
Middle · Rsu 23. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jameson Elementary School
Elementary · Rsu 23. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Old Orchard Beach for 2026 are Old Orchard Beach High School (6.7/10), Loranger Memorial School (5.9/10), and Jameson Elementary School (3.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$312,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$312,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Old Orchard Beach
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Old Orchard Beach High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Loranger Memorial School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Jameson Elementary School | 3.0 / 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
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $66,689
- Median home value
- $312,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Old Orchard Beach compares
Maine rank
#58 of 72
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Maine avg (6.2)
Median household income
$67k
93% of Maine median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Old Orchard Beach, Maine
Old Orchard Beach, Maine is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Old Orchard Beach 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 Old Orchard Beach is Old Orchard Beach High School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Old Orchard Beach is served by 1 school district: RSU 23. These districts collectively serve 640 students.
Old Orchard Beach's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,689. The poverty rate in the area is 14.4%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 178 students · Pre-K–2nd | 3.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 262 students · 3rd–8th | 5.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 199 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Old Orchard Beach
Old Orchard Beach, Maine · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,689
Median Home Value
$312,700
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
8,585
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Community Profile
Old Orchard Beach has a median household income of $66,689. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $312,700, with a median rent of $1,142/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Old Orchard Beach, Maine
How many schools are in Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
Old Orchard Beach has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Old Orchard Beach is 5.2 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 Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Old Orchard Beach on MySchoolScout is Old Orchard Beach High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Old Orchard Beach on MySchoolScout is Jameson Elementary School with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
The top-ranked middle school in Old Orchard Beach on MySchoolScout is Loranger Memorial School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
The top-ranked high school in Old Orchard Beach on MySchoolScout is Old Orchard Beach High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
Old Orchard Beach is served by 1 school district: Rsu 23.
What is the education level in Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Old Orchard Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
The median household income in Old Orchard Beach is approximately $66,689 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Old Orchard Beach, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Old Orchard Beach is 8.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Old Orchard Beach, 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.