For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 432 students in 04002, ME.
The top ranked public preschools in 04002, ME are Lyman Elementary School and Alfred Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 04002 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 82% statewide average). Pre schools in 04002, ME have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 14% (majority Black).
Best 04002, ME Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyman Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
39 Schoolhouse Road
Alfred, ME 04002
(207) 499-7228
Alfred, ME 04002
(207) 499-7228
Gr: PK-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Alfred Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21 Sanford Road
Alfred, ME 04002
(207) 324-3831
Alfred, ME 04002
(207) 324-3831
Gr: PK-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 04002, ME?
The top ranked public preschools in 04002, ME include Lyman Elementary School and Alfred Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 04002?
2 public preschools are located in 04002.
What is the racial composition of students in 04002?
04002 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 14% (majority Black).
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