For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 485 students in 04345, ME.
The top ranked public preschool in 04345, ME is Helen Thompson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 04345 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 82% statewide average). Pre schools in 04345, ME have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 14% (majority Black).
Best 04345, ME Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Helen Thompson School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
309 Spears Corner Road
Gardiner, ME 04345
(207) 724-3930
Gardiner, ME 04345
(207) 724-3930
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
279 Brunswick Avenue
Gardiner, ME 04345
(207) 582-3612
Gardiner, ME 04345
(207) 582-3612
Gr: PK-2 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
04345, Maine 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14 Pray Street
Gardiner, ME 04345
(207) 582-2522
Gardiner, ME 04345
(207) 582-2522
Gr: PK | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 04345, ME?
The top ranked public preschools in 04345, ME include Helen Thompson School.
How many public preschools are located in 04345?
2 public preschools are located in 04345.
What is the racial composition of students in 04345?
04345 public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 14% (majority Black).
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