For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,000 students in Wells, ME.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wells, ME are Wells Elementary School and Wells Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wells, ME public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Maine public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 84% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wells have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maine public elementary school average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Wells, ME (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wells Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
276 Sanford Rd
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-5953
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-5953
Gr: K-4 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Wells Junior High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1470 Post Rd
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-5142
Wells, ME 04090
(207) 646-5142
Gr: 5-8 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Wells, ME?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wells, ME include Wells Elementary School and Wells Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wells?
2 public elementary schools are located in Wells.
What is the racial composition of students in Wells?
Wells public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maine public elementary schools average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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