For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 273 students in 04986, ME.
The top-ranked public preschool in 04986, ME is Mt View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 04986 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 83% statewide average). Pre schools in 04986, ME have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 15% (majority Black).
Best 04986, ME Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt View Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
573 Mount View Road
Thorndike, ME 04986
(207) 568-7541
Thorndike, ME 04986
(207) 568-7541
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 04986, ME?
The top-ranked public preschools in 04986, ME include Mt View Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 04986?
1 public preschools are located in 04986.
What is the racial composition of students in 04986?
04986 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 15% (majority Black).
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