The New School
School Notes Overview:
New School was founded on the belief that small, innovative, challenging, community-based schools are a necessity for southern Maine and for young people all over the nation. New School pledges productive involvement in the local and global communities by providing a holistic learning environment which nurtures the growth of mind, body and spirit. Our mission is encouraging and supporting open-mindedness, critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, personal responsibility and a passion for learning. ...
School Overview:
The New School |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| County | York County, ME | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 36 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(ME) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 11% | 5% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 9 - 7 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 9 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 12 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 8 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 8 teachers | |
This School |
(ME) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:4 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 181 days | 175 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 5 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- New School was founded on the belief that small, innovative, challenging, community-based schools are a necessity for southern Maine and for young people all over the nation. New School pledges productive involvement in the local and global communities by providing a holistic learning environment which nurtures the growth of mind, body and spirit. Our mission is encouraging and supporting open-mindedness, critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, personal responsibility and a passion for learning.
- Profile last updated: 05/30/2009
In the News:
- Arundel Town Column and#8212; Nov. 5 (York County Coast Star)
posted on November 5, 2009 at 07:15:29 am
Fall is the season that has always marked many changes in my life, and perhaps that's why it's my favorite time of year. Most of the changes are exciting and positive and keep me moving forward through new schedules, commitments and challenges. Sometimes... - York County calendar of events (York County Coast Star)
posted on November 5, 2009 at 07:13:48 am
Friday - Kennebunkport Town Column and#8212; Aug. 27 (York County Coast Star)
posted on August 27, 2009 at 10:04:25 am
Old friends - Art Guild names show winners (York County Coast Star)
posted on August 27, 2009 at 10:03:53 am
KENNEBUNK — David Perry Fouts, a Kennebunkport marine artist and owner of Landmark Gallery, judged the Art Guild of the Kennebunks' Annual Awards Exhibition. He selected "Sunlit" by Jan Van Tassell of Waterboro as "Best in Show." - Editor's picks: Things to do in York County this week (York County Coast Star)
posted on August 19, 2009 at 04:17:25 pm
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School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (04043) | School Zip (04043) |
(ME) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 10,509 people | 1,273,094 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 51% | 27% |
| Population Average Age | 41 years old | 38 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.5 persons | 2.2 persons |
| Median Household Income | $50,932 | $38,403 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6.1 rooms | 5.3 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 35 years old | 50 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (04043) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 80% / 20% | 62% / 38% |
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Nearby Schools:
- Saco Island School - 16 students - 9.3 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Kennebunk, York County, Zip 04043
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