Carrabassett Valley Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked ME School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 97 students
Yearly Tuition: $61,595
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: Apr. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Carrabassett Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Carrabassett Valley Academy
7	7
8	24
9	16
10	17
11	15
12	18

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1982

School Calendar

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Campus Size

22 acres

School Motto

Empower student-athletes to pursue their dreams

Student Body

Total Students

97 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 16%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Apr. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$61,595

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Tuition Notes

Tuition is based upon full year boarding. We have multiple terms plus day student option.

% on Financial Aid

50%

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 85%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Erin Whipple

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingFreestyle Skiing

GolfMountain Biking

SnowboardingSoccer

Tennis

School Mascot

Big Dogs

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

French ClubSpanish Club

School Notes

The intent and purpose of Carrabassett Valley Academy is to foster focused individual student-athlete development by providing the optimum balance between outstanding college preparatory academics, responsible community living and world-class athletic training in competitive skiing and snowboarding.

WHO WE ARE Carrabassett Valley Academy is a private middle/high school at Sugarloaf Mountain in Maine offering a unique balance of college preparatory academics and competitive ski and snowboard training. OUR ADVANTAGES We are the leader in delivering programs that enable students from 7th grade to Post-graduate to obtain a rigorous college preparatory education while pursuing athletic aspirations. It's a time tested integration of academics, athletics, and community providing a framework for students to become confident, independent, and advocates for themselves. OUR EXPERIENCE For 30 years we have been nestled in the western mountains of Maine. We have earned more Olympic medals for skiing and snowboarding than some small countries and have graduated student into the most prestigious colleges and universities and prepared them to be responsible, caring citizens who know the value of hard work and commitment. OUR PHILOSOPHY CVA is more than a school; it is a way of life that is shaped by the ruggedness of the terrain and environment. We create an experience not found elsewhere, an experience that creates growth, opportunity, and choices. A full-on academic, athletic, and community experience that is life-changing. OUR APPROACH We are student centered. We tap into a student's passion for skiing/snowboarding, love of the outdoors and willingness to work hard. We use that passion to help a student achieve his/her personal best with the goal of creating the strongest high school resume, so upon graduation, he/she has the most post-secondary academic and athletic choices

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Carrabassett Valley Academy cost?

Carrabassett Valley Academy's tuition is approximately $61,595 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Carrabassett Valley Academy?

The acceptance rate of Carrabassett Valley Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 79%.

What sports does Carrabassett Valley Academy offer?

Carrabassett Valley Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer and Tennis.

What is Carrabassett Valley Academy's ranking?

Carrabassett Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Carrabassett Valley Academy?

The application deadline for Carrabassett Valley Academy is Apr. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Apr. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Maine is $16,826 for elementary schools and $28,703 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Maine is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).