School Administrative District 75 operates 15 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | School Administrative District 75 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 7,500 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 15 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,500/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Urban | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Near average |
- Mt Ararat Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 533 students
- Bowdoin Central School — Grades PK–5 · 194 students
- Bowdoinham Community School — Grades K–5 · 192 students
- Harpswell Community School — Grades K–5 · 132 students
- Mt Ararat High School — Grades 9–12 · 732 students
- Williams-Cone School — Grades PK–5 · 224 students
- Woodside Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 294 students
- Lyman Moore Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 470 students
- King Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 434 students
- Lincoln Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 382 students
- Bowdoinham High School — Grades 9–12 · 912 students
- Deering High School — Grades 9–12 · 850 students
- Casco Bay High School — Grades 9–12 · 379 students
About School Administrative District 75
School Administrative District 75 is the public school district assigned to zip code 04008 in Bowdoinham, Maine. Serving students from K–12, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 04008. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
School Administrative District 75 reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $15,500 per year, placing it near the Maine state average of approximately $15,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 7 schools, School Administrative District 75 operates as a mid-sized district serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 2,380 students in total. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Why This District Is Not Yet Rated
School Administrative District 75 does not currently have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating. Our ratings are based on state assessment proficiency data (reading and math) published in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection, and this district does not yet have sufficient reported proficiency data to calculate a reliable score. This is common for very small districts, special-purpose or charter agencies, and newly reorganized districts.
An unrated status is not a negative signal — it simply means we don’t have enough assessment data to place School Administrative District 75 on the 1–10 scale yet. Families researching this area should contact the district directly for school performance information, request the most recent state report card, and visit schools in person before making a housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 04008 data.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 04008
Children in zip code 04008 are assigned to School Administrative District 75 for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 04008, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact School Administrative District 75 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Maine districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Bowdoinham
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because School Administrative District 75 serves zip code 04008, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 04008. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Maine, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support School Administrative District 75 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 04008.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with School Administrative District 75 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 04008 data.