Best Schools in Palermo, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Palermo Consolidated School
Elementary · Rsu 12. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$266,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$266,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Palermo
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 | Palermo Consolidated School | 6.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $92,344
- Median home value
- $266,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 94%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Palermo compares
Median household income
$92k
129% of Maine median
About Schools in Palermo, Maine
Palermo, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Palermo 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 Palermo is Palermo Consolidated School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Palermo is served by 1 school district: RSU 12. These districts collectively serve 1,221 students.
Palermo's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $92,344. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.
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 | 111 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.7 |
Schools in Palermo
Palermo, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$92,344
Median Home Value
$266,800
Population
1,420
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Community Profile
Palermo has a median household income of $92,344. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $266,800. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Palermo, Maine
How many schools are in Palermo, Maine?
Palermo has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Palermo, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Palermo is 6.7 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 Palermo, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Palermo on MySchoolScout is Palermo Consolidated School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Palermo, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Palermo on MySchoolScout is Palermo Consolidated School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Palermo, Maine?
Palermo is served by 1 school district: Rsu 12.
What is the education level in Palermo, Maine?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Palermo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Palermo, Maine?
The median household income in Palermo is approximately $92,344 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Palermo, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Palermo is 8.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Palermo, 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.