For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 246 students in Damariscotta, ME.
The top ranked public preschools in Damariscotta, ME are Bristol Consolidated School and South Bristol Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Damariscotta, ME public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 93% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 79%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 82% statewide average). Pre schools in Damariscotta have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 14% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Damariscotta, ME (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bristol Consolidated School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2153 Bristol Rd
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 677-2678
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 677-2678
Grades: PK-8
| 187 students
Rank: #22.
South Bristol Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2024 State Route 129
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 644-8177
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 644-8177
Grades: PK-8
| 59 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Damariscotta, ME?
The top ranked public preschools in Damariscotta, ME include Bristol Consolidated School and South Bristol Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Damariscotta?
2 public preschools are located in Damariscotta.
What is the racial composition of students in Damariscotta?
Damariscotta public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 14% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Damariscotta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Damariscotta include: Bristol Consolidated School vs. South Bristol Elementary School
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