Erskine Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Erskine Academy is an independent secondary school dedicated to providing all students a high quality education.
Through an extensive academic program, rich and meaningful experiences, and a caring school community, the Academy develops a firm foundation in scholarship, leadership, stewardship and relationships. CORE VALUES.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked ME School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 561 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,000
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Erskine Academy
9	139
10	129
11	143
12	150

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1883

Colors

White, Blue

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Campus Size

25 acres

Student Body

Total Students

561 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 16%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

42 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

13 students

Number of AP Courses

20 courses

Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

English Language & CompositionEnglish Literature & Composition

Physics CPsychology

SpanishStatistics

Studio ArtsUS History

Average SAT score

1008

(Out of 1600)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Students are to be decently, modestly, and appropriately dressed, with the primary responsibility for student appearance to be with the parents and the student. The school will exclude dress that is destructive or interferes with the educational process.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition is set by the State of Maine and is calculated in December of each year.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

John Clark

Admissions Associate

Jamie Soule

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$3.1 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Field HockeyGolf

LacrosseSoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

Winter TrackWrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

EA Leadership TeamFuture Business Leaders of America Club

Gay/Straight/Transgender AllianceHOPE (Helping Other Persevere at Erskine) Club

Leo ClubMath Team

Prom CommitteeSpeech and Debate Team

Student CouncilTGIF (Teens Growing in Faith) Club

Yearbook ClubYouth in Government

Arts and Music Programs:

Theatre Club

School Notes

Scholarship - A rigorous and relevant program of studies, with high standards for teaching and learning, provides students with knowledge and skills for success in high school and beyond.
Leadership -Through positive and active engagement in school life, students learn more about themselves, discover their gifts and talents, and mentor and motivate others to strive for excellence and put forth their best effort.
Stewardship -Through a culture of awareness and sense of responsibility, individuals are encouraged to enhance and preserve their communities-school, local, and global.
Relationships-Through mutual respect and care, the Erskine Academy community fosters a school environment that is centered on kindness, civility, and safety and that accepts and values its members for their unique characteristics and individuality.

School Motto: Mens sana in corpore sano – A Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body.
School Mascot: Eagles

Erskine Academy, an independent secondary school, is a community of students, alumni, parents, staff, administrators and trustees. This community is dedicated to providing students a quality education which will enable them to achieve their potential and realize their goals. In response to students' and communities' educational interests, we have expanded our educational programs, our support services and our extra-curricular offerings. Erskine Academy has become a premier educational institution offering a variety of opportunities for all to enjoy. Academically, Erskine Academy offers an intellectually challenging program intent on maximizing student potential by stimulating quality learning. The co-curricular activities of Erskine Academy strive to meet an additional purpose. Through a comprehensive offering of academic and athletic activities, the students of Erskine Academy are provided the means to become well-rounded, productive members of the community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Erskine Academy cost?

Erskine Academy's tuition is approximately $13,000 for private students.

What schools are Erskine Academy often compared to?

Erskine Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Kents Hill School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Erskine Academy?

The acceptance rate of Erskine Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.

What sports does Erskine Academy offer?

Erskine Academy offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Winter Track and Wrestling.

What is Erskine Academy's ranking?

Erskine Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Erskine Academy?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 4/14/2023

I love this school it is so colorful. everyone should go to this school because it is so smart and so so so so good pls go here.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - sassy

5 10/6/2018

A great all around education. Gives all students encouragement to be the best that they can be.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Patty

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