Best Schools in Searsmont, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Ames Elementary School
Elementary · Rsu 71. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$259,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$259,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Searsmont
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 | Ames Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.5/10
- Median household income
- $85,192
- Median home value
- $259,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Searsmont compares
Median household income
$85k
119% of Maine median
About Schools in Searsmont, Maine
Searsmont, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.5 out of 10, schools in Searsmont 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 Searsmont is Ames Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Searsmont is served by 1 school district: RSU 71. These districts collectively serve 1,418 students.
Searsmont's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,192. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.
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 | 129 students · 2nd–5th | 8.5 |
Schools in Searsmont
Searsmont, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,192
Median Home Value
$259,900
Median Rent
$779/mo
Population
1,494
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Community Profile
Searsmont has a median household income of $85,192. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $259,900, with a median rent of $779/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 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 Searsmont, Maine
How many schools are in Searsmont, Maine?
Searsmont has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Searsmont, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Searsmont is 8.5 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 Searsmont, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Searsmont on MySchoolScout is Ames Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Searsmont, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Searsmont on MySchoolScout is Ames Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Searsmont, Maine?
Searsmont is served by 1 school district: Rsu 71.
What is the education level in Searsmont, Maine?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Searsmont have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Searsmont, Maine?
The median household income in Searsmont is approximately $85,192 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Searsmont, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Searsmont is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Searsmont, 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.