Top 10 Best Maine Private Schools Offering Summer Programs (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 25 private schools offering summer programs serving 5,460 students in Maine.
The top ranked private schools offering summer programs in Maine include Thornton Academy, Erskine Academy and Fryeburg Academy.
The average tuition cost is $22,130, which is lower than the Maine private school average tuition cost of $22,341.
12% of private schools offering summer programs in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Maine Private Schools Offering Summer Programs (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Thornton Academy
Thornton Academy Photo
(3)
438 Main St
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 282-5383
Grades: 6-12
| 1,462 students
Bangor Montessori School
Montessori School
30 Otis St
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 945-3464
Grades: PK-6
| 94 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
Erskine Academy
Erskine Academy Photo
(2)
309 Windsor Rd
South China, ME 04358
(207) 445-2962
Grades: 9-12
| 561 students
Fryeburg Academy
Fryeburg Academy Photo - New LaCasce Dining Hall
745 Main St
Fryeburg, ME 04037
(207) 935-2013
Grades: 9-12
| 598 students
Lee Academy
Lee Academy Photo - Lee Academy, a respected boarding program has hosted students from 16 states, seven Asian countries, five Central American/Caribbean countries, 10 European countries, Australia, Israel and Canada.
26 Winn Road
Lee, ME 04455
(207) 462-5349
Grades: 9-12
| 179 students
295 Main St
Pittsfield, ME 04967
(207) 487-3355
Grades: 9-12
| 300 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
Opportunity Training Center
Special Education School
25 Lombard St
Presque Isle, ME 04769
(207) 554-4518
Grades: 1-12
| 26 students
Temple Academy
(Christian)
60 W River Rd
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-5325
Grades: PK-12
| 174 students
Washington Academy
Washington Academy Photo - Raider Football Under the Lights!
(2)
66 Cutter Road
East Machias, ME 04630
(207) 255-8301
Grades: 9-12
| 421 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
Brixham Montessori Friends School
Montessori School
(1)
18 Brickyard Court
York, ME 03909
(207) 351-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 112 students
Carleton Project
Alternative School
52 Main Street
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 521-1302
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
Cocoons
Cocoons Photo - The playground!
Daycare / Preschool
35 Heath Rd
Kennebunk, ME 04043
(207) 985-6022
Grades: PK-1
| 47 students
Damariscotta Montessori School
Montessori School
93 Center St
Nobleboro, ME 04555
(207) 563-2168
Grades: PK-8
| 92 students
Hyde School
Hyde School Photo - Located in the quaint and historic shipbuilding city of Bath, Maine, on the Kennebec River, the 145-acre Hyde-Bath School campus was founded in 1966. Year-round, students and faculty enjoy miles of wooded running, bicycling, and cross-country skiing trails that extend beyond the campus.
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
616 High Street
Bath, ME 04530
(207) 443-5584
Grades: 9-12
| 96 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
Pen Bay Christian School
(Baptist)
1 Waldo Avenue
Rockland, ME 04841
(207) 596-6460
Grades: PK-12
| 133 students
Riley School
Riley School Photo - Our campus is a classroom
Alternative School
(2)
73 Warrenton St
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 596-6405
Grades: PK-9
| 60 students
Roots Academy
Alternative School
2 Davis Point Lane
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(717) 480-7012
Grades: NS-6
| 31 students
The School At Sweetser
Special Education School
50 Moody St
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 294-4949
Grades: 3-12
| 78 students
Stepping Stones Montessori School
Montessori School
195 Hallowell Rd
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-5550
Grades: PK-8
| 90 students
Summit Achievement
Alternative School
69 Deer Hill Rd
Fryeburg, ME 04037
(207) 697-2020
Grades: 8-12
| 10 students
Winfield Children's House
Montessori School
161 Field Rd
Falmouth, ME 04105
(207) 797-8101
Grades: NS-K
| 85 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools offering summer programs in Maine?
The top ranked private schools offering summer programs in Maine include Thornton Academy, Erskine Academy and Fryeburg Academy.
How many private schools offering summer programs are located in Maine?
25 private schools offering summer programs are located in Maine.
How much do private schools offering summer programs cost in Maine?
The average tuition cost is $22,130, which is lower than the Maine private school average tuition cost of $22,341.
How diverse are private schools offering summer programs in Maine?
Maine private schools offering summer programs are approximately 12% minority students, which is lower than the Maine private school average of 16%.
What percentage of private schools offering summer programs are religiously affiliated in Maine?
12% of private schools offering summer programs in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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