Best Schools in Southwest Harbor, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Southwest Harbor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pemetic Elementary School
Elementary · Southwest Harbor Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$417,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$417,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Southwest Harbor
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 | Pemetic Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $54,333
- Median home value
- $417,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 58%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Southwest Harbor compares
Median household income
$54k
76% of Maine median
About Schools in Southwest Harbor, Maine
Southwest Harbor, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor is Pemetic Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Southwest Harbor is served by 1 school district: Southwest Harbor Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 122 students.
Southwest Harbor's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,333. The poverty rate in the area is 7.1%.
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 | 122 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.2 |
Schools in Southwest Harbor
Southwest Harbor, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,333
Median Home Value
$417,800
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
1,544
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
58%
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Community Profile
Southwest Harbor has a median household income of $54,333. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $417,800, with a median rent of $926/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. 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 Southwest Harbor, Maine
How many schools are in Southwest Harbor, Maine?
Southwest Harbor has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Southwest Harbor, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Southwest Harbor is 6.2 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 Southwest Harbor, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Southwest Harbor on MySchoolScout is Pemetic Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Southwest Harbor, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Southwest Harbor on MySchoolScout is Pemetic Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Southwest Harbor, Maine?
Southwest Harbor is served by 1 school district: Southwest Harbor Public Schools.
What is the education level in Southwest Harbor, Maine?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Southwest Harbor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Southwest Harbor, Maine?
The median household income in Southwest Harbor is approximately $54,333 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Southwest Harbor, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Southwest Harbor is 5.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Southwest Harbor, 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.