Best Belfast Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 331 students in Belfast, ME.
The top-ranked public preschool in Belfast, ME is Captain Albert W. Stevens School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Belfast, ME public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Maine public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 83% statewide average). Pre schools in Belfast have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maine public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschool average of 15% (majority Black).

Best Public Preschools in Belfast, ME (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Captain Albert W. Stevens School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
31 Elementary Avenue
Belfast, ME 04915
(207) 338-3510
Gr: PK-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
East Belfast School
14 Swan Lake Avenue
Belfast, ME 04915
(207) 338-4420
Gr: PK-2 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Belfast, ME?
The top-ranked public preschools in Belfast, ME include Captain Albert W. Stevens School.
How many public preschools are located in Belfast?
2 public preschools are located in Belfast.
What is the racial composition of students in Belfast?
Belfast public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maine public preschools average of 15% (majority Black).

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