Best Schools in Wales, Maine
1 schools · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Wales by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Oak Hill High School
High · Rsu 04. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$175,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$175,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wales
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 | Oak Hill High School | 5.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $63,250
- Median home value
- $175,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wales compares
Median household income
$63k
89% of Maine median
About Schools in Wales, Maine
Wales, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Wales 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 Wales is Oak Hill High School with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wales is served by 1 school district: RSU 04. These districts collectively serve 1,278 students.
Wales's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,250. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 403 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Wales
Wales, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,250
Median Home Value
$175,200
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
6,886
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Wales has a median household income of $63,250. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,200, with a median rent of $1,029/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Maine
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Wales, Maine
How many schools are in Wales, Maine?
Wales has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wales, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wales is 5.9 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 Wales, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Wales on MySchoolScout is Oak Hill High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Wales, Maine?
The top-ranked high school in Wales on MySchoolScout is Oak Hill High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Wales, Maine?
Wales is served by 1 school district: Rsu 04.
What is the education level in Wales, Maine?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Wales have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wales, Maine?
The median household income in Wales is approximately $63,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wales, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wales is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wales, 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.