For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 164 students in 04861, ME.
The top-ranked public preschool in 04861, ME is Thomaston Grammar School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 04861 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 83% statewide average). Pre schools in 04861, ME have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 15% (majority Black).
Best 04861, ME Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomaston Grammar School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
65 Watts Lane
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6353
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6353
Gr: PK-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
04861, Maine Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
13 Valley Street
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6464
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-6464
Gr: K-4 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
47 Valley Street
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-2502
Thomaston, ME 04861
(207) 354-2502
Gr: 8-9 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 04861, ME?
The top-ranked public preschools in 04861, ME include Thomaston Grammar School.
How many public preschools are located in 04861?
1 public preschools are located in 04861.
What is the racial composition of students in 04861?
04861 public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 15% (majority Black).
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