For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 464 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 83% 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 15% (majority Black).
Best 04345, ME Public Preschools (2026)
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 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
279 Brunswick Avenue
Gardiner, ME 04345
(207) 582-3612
Gardiner, ME 04345
(207) 582-3612
Gr: PK-2 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 15% (majority Black).
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