Top 10 Best Cumberland County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 38 private schools serving 4,069 students in Cumberland County, ME (there are 99 public schools, serving 38,229 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in Cumberland County, ME are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).
The best top ranked private schools in Cumberland County, ME include St. John's Catholic School, Friends School of Portland and Breakwater School.
The average tuition cost is $17,637, which is lower than the Maine private school average tuition cost of $22,273.
37% of private schools in Cumberland County, ME are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Cumberland County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Breakwater School
856 Brighton Ave
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 772-8689
Grades: NS-8
| 152 students
Cheverus
Cheverus Photo - High School is a time of growth, change, and discovery. At Cheverus, we accompany students and families through this exciting and sometimes challenging time in their lives. Our goal is to educate students in a deep and meaningful way. Our approach to education is meant to prepare students for college -- and for life.
(Catholic)
(5)
267 Ocean Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 774-6238
Grades: 9-12
| 365 students
Friends School of Portland
Friends School of Portland Photo - Rainbow in Spanish
(Friends)
(1)
11 U.S. Route One
Cumberland Foreside, ME 04110
(207) 558-6213
Grades: NS-8
| 139 students
Levey Day School
Levey Day School Photo
(Jewish)
(4)
400 Deering Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 774-7676
Grades: PK-8
| 29 students
Maine Coast Waldorf School
Maine Coast Waldorf School Photo - Maine Coast Waldorf High School Building
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
57 Desert Rd
Freeport, ME 04032
(207) 865-3900
Grades: PK-12
| 289 students
North Yarmouth Academy
North Yarmouth Academy Photo - North Yarmouth Academy has a 20+ acre campus in Yarmouth, Maine. Ten minutes from Portland and less thank two hours from Boston. Our campus includes a newly renovated ice arena and fitness & wellness center.
(2)
148 Main Street
Yarmouth, ME 04096
(207) 846-9051
Grades: NS-12
| 393 students
St. Brigid School
St. Brigid School Photo
(Catholic)
695 Stevens Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-7073
Grades: NS-8
| 330 students
St. John's Catholic School
(Catholic)
37 Pleasant Street
Brunswick, ME 04011
(207) 725-5507
Grades: PK-8
| 121 students
Spurwink School
Special Education School
899 Riverside Street
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 771-1354
Grades: NS
| 231 students
Waynflete
Waynflete Photo - Upper School Campus
(1)
360 Spring St
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 274-5224
Grades: PK-12
| 581 students
Appletree School
Appletree School Photo
Alternative School
44 Two Lights Rd
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(207) 799-4225
Grades: NS
| 40 students
Aucocisco School
Aucocisco School Photo - First Day of School 2011
Special Education School
126 Spurwink Ave
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(207) 773-7323
Grades: 4-12
| 38 students
Bridgton Academy
All-boys | Alternative School
11 Academy Ln
North Bridgton, ME 04057
(207) 647-3322
Grades: 12
| 14 students
Center For Autism And Delvopmental Disorders
Special Education School
236 Gannett Dr
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 661-6702
Grades: 1-12
| 13 students
The Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
721 Stevens Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-9366
Grades: PK-K
| 98 students
100 Gannett Dr Ste A
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 854-1030
Grades: K-6
| 5 students
Cornerstone Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
415 Us Route 1
Scarborough, ME 04074
(207) 885-5123
Grades: 2-12
| 24 students
Dodge House School
Special Education School
15 Wayside Ave
Bridgton, ME 04009
(207) 647-4404
Grades: 3-8
| 10 students
Grace Baptist Church School
(Baptist)
476 Summit St
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-0257
Grades: PK-12
| 24 students
Greater Portland Christian School
(Christian)
(1)
1338 Broadway
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 767-5123
Grades: PK-12
| 134 students
Holy Cross School
(Catholic)
436 Broadway
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 799-6661
Grades: PK-8
| 115 students
L'ecole Francaise Du Maine
L'ecole Francaise Du Maine Photo - Beginning in preschool, our weekly swim program at the Casco Bay YMCA is a highlight of our physical education program
Special Program Emphasis
(2)
99 South Freeport Road
South Freeport, ME 04078
(207) 865-3308
Grades: PK-5
| 58 students
Lighthouse Christian School and Childcare Center
Daycare / Preschool
525 Highland Ave
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 767-2129
Grades: PK-K
| 81 students
The Little Dolphin School Foundation
The Little Dolphin School Foundation Photo
Daycare / Preschool
101 County Rd
Westbrook, ME 04092
(207) 874-9909
Grades: NS-2
| 96 students
Morrison Center
Special Education School
(1)
60 Chamberlain Rd
Scarborough, ME 04074
(207) 883-6680
Grades: PK-12
| 76 students
Mse/mhc-collaborative School
Special Education School
41 Pineland Dr Ste 200
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 688-2253
Grades: 1-12
| 43 students
Pine Grove School
Montessori School
32 Foreside Rd
Falmouth, ME 04105
(207) 781-3441
Grades: NS-K
| 89 students
Pine Tree Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
67 Pownal Rd
Freeport, ME 04032
(207) 865-4747
Grades: PK-12
| 116 students
Roots Academy
Alternative School
2 Davis Point Lane
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(717) 480-7012
Grades: NS-6
| 31 students
15 Shaker Rd
Gray, ME 04039
(207) 657-2880
Grades: 1-12
| 60 students
St. Elizabeth's Child Development
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
87 High St.
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 871-7444
Grades: PK
| 6 students
Spring Harbor Academy
Special Education School
123 Andover Rd
Westbrook, ME 04092
(207) 761-2364
Grades: PK
| 12 students
Spurwink School-cummings
Special Education School
587 Ocean Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 871-1582
Grades: 8-12
| 33 students
Standish Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
181 Ossipee Trail W
Standish, ME 04084
(207) 642-3338
Grades: PK-12
| 51 students
Toddle Inn Elementary School
Daycare / Preschool
9 Lincoln Ave
Scarborough, ME 04074
(207) 885-0848
Grades: K
| 10 students
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Cumberland County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1159 Pequawket Trail # 2B
Steep Falls, ME 04085
(207) 675-3503
Grades: 4-12
| 8 students
969 Pequawket Trail (Rt 113)
West Baldwin, ME 04091
(207) 625-4962
Grades: PK-8
| 16 students
1251 Congress Street
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 772-2521
Grades: PK-8
| 212 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Cumberland County, ME?
The top ranked private schools in Cumberland County, ME include St. John's Catholic School, Friends School of Portland and Breakwater School.
How many private schools are located in Cumberland County, ME?
38 private schools are located in Cumberland County, ME.
How much do private schools cost in Cumberland County, ME?
The average tuition cost is $17,637, which is lower than the Maine private school average tuition cost of $22,273.
How diverse are private schools in Cumberland County, ME?
Cumberland County, ME private schools are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Maine private school average of 16%.
What percentage of students in Cumberland County, ME go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Cumberland County, ME are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Cumberland County, ME?
37% of private schools in Cumberland County, ME are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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