Best 04102 Maine Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 937 students in 04102, ME.
The top-ranked public preschools in 04102, ME are Amanda C Rowe School and Howard C Reiche Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 04102 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 83% statewide average). Pre schools in 04102, ME have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maine public preschool average of 15% (majority Black).

Best 04102, ME Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amanda C Rowe School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
23 Orono Rd
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 874-8205
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Howard C Reiche Community School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
166 Brackett St
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 874-8175
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 04102, ME?
The top-ranked public preschools in 04102, ME include Amanda C Rowe School and Howard C Reiche Community School.
How many public preschools are located in 04102?
2 public preschools are located in 04102.
What is the racial composition of students in 04102?
04102 public preschools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maine public preschools average of 15% (majority Black).

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