Best 04862 Maine Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 250 students in 04862, ME.
The top-ranked public preschools in 04862, ME are Appleton Village School and Union Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 04862 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 82% statewide average). Pre schools in 04862, ME have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 14% (majority Black).

Best 04862, ME Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Appleton Village School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
737 Union Road
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4504
Gr: PK-8 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1070 Heald Highway
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4330
Gr: PK-6 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 04862, ME?
The top-ranked public preschools in 04862, ME include Appleton Village School and Union Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 04862?
2 public preschools are located in 04862.
What is the racial composition of students in 04862?
04862 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 14% (majority Black).

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