Below Average
#458 of 542 schools in ME
Saco Pre-k
School · Saco Public Schools
5 Willey Rd, Saco, ME 04072
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ME statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#458 of 542
In Saco
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Saco Public Schools
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Saco Pre-k
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About Saco Pre-k
Saco Pre-k is a public school in Saco, ME, part of Saco Public Schools. Saco Pre-k serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Saco Pre-k has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #458 of 542 schools in ME.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 7.4
- ME avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Saco Pre-k is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Saco Pre-k Compares
See how Saco Pre-k performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5 Willey Rd, Saco, ME 04072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saco Pre-k may also want to explore other schools in the area. Saco Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C K Burns School (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scarborough High School (rated 8.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Scarborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saco, see our Saco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE SCHOOL AT SWEETSER Saco | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Young School Saco | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| THORNTON ACADEMY Saco | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| C K Burns School Saco | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Saco Middle School Saco | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Old Orchard Beach High School Old Orchard Beach | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Governor John Fairfield School Saco | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Jameson Elementary School Old Orchard Beach | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Loranger Memorial School Old Orchard Beach | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Biddeford High School Biddeford | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| John F Kennedy Memorial School Biddeford | 4.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Blue Point School Scarborough | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Biddeford Middle School Biddeford | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Biddeford Primary School Biddeford | 4.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Biddeford Intermediate School Biddeford | 4.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Scarborough Middle School Scarborough | 6.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Wentworth School Scarborough | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Scarborough High School Scarborough | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Eight Corners Elementary School Scarborough | 6.9 mi | 7.7 |
| CONNECTIONS FOR KIDS - PORTLAND ACADEMY South Portland | 7.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,328
Median Home Value
$370,300
Median Rent
$1,268/mo
Population
20,636
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saco Pre-k
What grades does Saco Pre-k serve?
Saco Pre-k serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Saco Pre-k?
Saco Pre-k has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saco Pre-k?
The student-teacher ratio at Saco Pre-k is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saco Pre-k rank in ME?
Saco Pre-k ranks #458 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Saco Pre-k's MySchoolScout rating?
Saco Pre-k has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Saco Pre-k a charter school?
No, Saco Pre-k is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saco Pre-k a Title I school?
No, Saco Pre-k is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saco Pre-k?
27.6% of students at Saco Pre-k qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 127
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (207) 284-4505
Resources & Links
District
Saco Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,806
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,163
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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