| Metric | West Forks Plantation Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,544 | No data |
| Number of Schools | — | 7 | Varies by district |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Not comparable |
Zip code 04985 is split between districts by area. About 48% of residents live in West Forks Plantation, 34% in The Forks Plantation and 18% in unorganized territory served by Maine’s Education in Unorganized Territory. Neither plantation district operates a school of its own (NCES 2024–25) — contact the district office to confirm where students attend.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| K–12 All grades (48% of area) | West Forks Plantation Public Schools | Not rated |
| K–12 All grades (34% of area) | The Forks Plantation School Department | Not rated |
| Pre-K–12 All grades (18% of area) | Education in Unorganized Territory 186 students · 3 schools | Not rated |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Forks Plantation Public Schools (this district) | Not rated | — | — |
| Caratunk Public Schools | Not rated | — | — |
| Education in Unorganized Territory | Not rated | — | 186 |
| Shirley Public Schools | 2/10 | 15th | — |
About West Forks Plantation Public Schools
West Forks Plantation Public Schools serves zip code 04985, covering West Forks, Maine with grades K–12. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
About this district’s rating
West Forks Plantation Public Schools does not have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating yet. Our ratings rank each district’s state reading and math proficiency against the other districts in Maine that this site covers, and West Forks Plantation Public Schools was not part of that comparison when the Maine ratings were last calculated. That says nothing about its schools’ results — the Maine state report card publishes them, and families should review it, contact the district and visit schools before making a housing or enrollment decision.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 04985
Children in zip code 04985 are assigned to West Forks Plantation Public Schools 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 04985, 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 West Forks Plantation Public Schools at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. 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 West Forks
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because West Forks Plantation Public Schools serves zip code 04985, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 04985. 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 West Forks Plantation Public Schools 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 04985.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with West Forks Plantation Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 04985 data.