Fryeburg Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked ME School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 665 students
Yearly Tuition: $52,500
Acceptance rate: 68%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Fryeburg Academy
9	135
10	159
11	176
12	195

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1792

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

665 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 16%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

76 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

15 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

20 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

Advanced LatinAdvanced Placement Biology

Advanced Placement Calculus ABAdvanced Placement Calculus BC

Advanced Placement ChemistryAdvanced Placement Computer AB

Advanced Placement English Language and CompositionAdvanced Placement English Literature and Composition

Advanced Placement Environmental ScienceAdvanced Placement French Language

Advanced Placement Modern European HistoryAdvanced Placement Music Theory

Advanced Placement PhysicsAdvanced Placement Spanish Language

Advanced Placement StatisticsAdvanced Placement United States History

History 101/102Organic Chemistry

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

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

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$52,500

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Summer Program Cost

$2,850

Summer Program Cost Notes

includes health insurance

% on Financial Aid

43%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$24,575

Acceptance Rate

68%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Christina DiPietro

Admissions Associate

Artur Fass

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$35 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

20 sports

Colors

White, Blue

School Mascot

Raiders

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

45 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Admission Tour GuidesAll School Play

Art ClubBig Band

Birth of the Cool ComboChorus

Climbing ClubDorm Prefects

Eklektic Jazz ChoirEnvironment Club

Film Making ClubFine Arts Club

French ClubFryeburg Academy Community Endeavors

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)Health Club Membership

Ice SkatingInteract Club

International ClubIntramural Sports

Jazz ClubLatin Club

Math TeamMicrobiology Club

National Honor SocietyOne Act Play

Outdoor ClubPeer Tutoring

PhotographyPing Pong Club

Robotics ClubRock Band

School MusicalSchool Newspaper

SculptingSeven Steps Combo

Spanish ClubSpeaking Partners Program

Student CouncilTheater

Ultimate FrisbeeVocal Jazz Ensemble

WoodworkingYearkbook

Yoga

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School Notes

Fryeburg Academy is an independent secondary school that serves a diverse population of local day students and boarding students from across the nation and around the world.
The Academy believes that a strong school community provides the best conditions for learning and growth.
Therefore, we strive to create a supportive school environment that promotes respect, tolerance, and cooperation, and prepares students for responsible citizenship.
Within this context, the Academy's challenging and comprehensive academic program, enriched by a varied co-curriculum provides the knowledge and skills necessary for success in higher education and the workplace.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- David Rohde - New York Times investigative journalist
- Rufus Porter - painter and founder of Scientific American
- Spaulding Gray - actor and playwright
- Marcus Nash - U.S. olympic nordic ski racer
- James Farrington - US representative from New Hampshire (1828-1831)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fryeburg Academy cost?

Fryeburg Academy's tuition is approximately $52,500 for private students and $2,850 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Fryeburg Academy?

The acceptance rate of Fryeburg Academy is 68%, which is lower than the national average of 79%.

Who are famous alumni from Fryeburg Academy?

Fryeburg Academy famous alumni include: David Rohde, Rufus Porter, Spaulding Gray, Marcus Nash and James Farrington.

Does Fryeburg Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Fryeburg Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Fryeburg Academy offer?

Fryeburg Academy offers 20 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Fryeburg Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maine for most sports offered.

What is Fryeburg Academy's ranking?

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

When is the application deadline for Fryeburg Academy?

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

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Maine is $17,773 for elementary schools and $28,937 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).