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Breakwater School

856 Brighton Ave
Portland, ME 04102

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Tel: (207) 772-8689

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Breakwater is a progressive independent day school where your child - from preschool through grade eight - will thrive in a challenging and exploratory learning environment. Proudly engaging and inspiring curious minds since 1956.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked ME School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 152 students
Yearly Tuition: $30,610
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Breakwater School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1956

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

152 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 16%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$30,610

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Tuition Notes

www.breakwaterschool.org

Admissions Director

Moriah Perry

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Curiosity for Life.

At Breakwater School, teachers, parents, and children are partners in a celebration of learning. Understanding that early school experiences create the foundation for future learning, we encourage children to develop their intellects and explore their imaginations, speak individually, yet work collaboratively, investigate the ways in which they work the best, take intellectual and personal risks in a safe environment, act as responsible citizens in our community and in the world, value diversity and practice tolerance, and aspire to be lifelong learners.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Breakwater School cost?

Breakwater School's tuition is approximately $30,610 for private students.

What is Breakwater School's ranking?

Breakwater School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Breakwater School?

The application deadline for Breakwater School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Breakwater School located?

Breakwater School is located in the Nasons Corner neighborhood of Portland, ME.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked ME School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 152 students
Yearly Tuition: $30,610
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cumberland County, ME is $20,104 for elementary schools and $26,747 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cumberland County, ME is 72% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).