For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 571 students in 04730, ME.
The top-ranked public preschools in 04730, ME are Mill Pond School and Houlton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 04730 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 83% statewide average). Pre schools in 04730, ME have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Maine public preschool average of 15% (majority Black).
Best 04730, ME Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mill Pond School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
175 Hodgdon Mills Road
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 532-9228
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 532-9228
Gr: PK-6 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Houlton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
60 South Street
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 532-2285
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 532-2285
Gr: PK-2 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
04730, Maine Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
175 Hodgdon Mills Road
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 532-2413
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 532-2413
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 04730, ME?
The top-ranked public preschools in 04730, ME include Mill Pond School and Houlton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 04730?
2 public preschools are located in 04730.
What is the racial composition of students in 04730?
04730 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Maine public preschools average of 15% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
The First Six Weeks at a New Public School
The first six weeks reveal how children are adapting to a new public school. Learn which academic, social, emotional, attendance, and routine signals parents should monitor closely.
Will Your Child Receive Enough Individual Attention? Looking Beyond Student-Teacher Ratios
Student-teacher ratios reveal only part of a school’s story. Learn how families can evaluate class size, staffing, teacher access, tutoring, feedback, and personalized support for children today.
What Families Should Ask About AI Use in Public Schools
Families need clear answers about classroom AI. Learn what to ask public schools about teaching, academic integrity, privacy, teacher oversight, equity, and student learning before concerns arise.