For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 432 students in Alfred, ME.
The top-ranked public preschools in Alfred, ME are Lyman Elementary School and Alfred Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alfred, ME public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 82% statewide average). Pre schools in Alfred have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 14% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Alfred, ME (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyman Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
39 Schoolhouse Road
Alfred, ME 04002
(207) 499-7228
Alfred, ME 04002
(207) 499-7228
Gr: PK-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Alfred Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21 Sanford Road
Alfred, ME 04002
(207) 324-3831
Alfred, ME 04002
(207) 324-3831
Gr: PK-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Alfred, ME?
The top-ranked public preschools in Alfred, ME include Lyman Elementary School and Alfred Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Alfred?
2 public preschools are located in Alfred.
What is the racial composition of students in Alfred?
Alfred public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 14% (majority Black).
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