For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 257 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 83% 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 15% (majority Black).
Best 04862, ME Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Appleton Village School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
737 Union Road
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4504
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4504
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1070 Heald Highway
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4330
Union, ME 04862
(207) 785-4330
Gr: PK-6 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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 15% (majority Black).
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