For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 246 students in 04543, ME.
The top ranked public preschools in 04543, ME are Bristol Consolidated School and South Bristol Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 04543 have an average math proficiency score of 93% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 79%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 82% statewide average). Pre schools in 04543, ME have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 04543, ME Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bristol Consolidated School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2153 Bristol Rd
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 677-2678
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 677-2678
Grades: PK-8
| 187 students
Rank: #22.
South Bristol Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2024 State Route 129
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 644-8177
Damariscotta, ME 04543
(207) 644-8177
Grades: PK-8
| 59 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 04543, ME?
The top ranked public preschools in 04543, ME include Bristol Consolidated School and South Bristol Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 04543?
2 public preschools are located in 04543.
What is the racial composition of students in 04543?
04543 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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