For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 420 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 83% 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 15% (majority Black).
Best 04002, ME Public Preschools (2026-27)
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 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 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 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 15% (majority Black).
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