Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked ME School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Hilltop School
About the School
- Hilltop School in Bangor, ME enrolls 67 students in preschool through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, city–based early childhood program.
- Founded in 1869, Hilltop School is among the oldest private schools in Maine, serving families seeking early learning options in Bangor.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 67:1 with one teacher providing instruction for all enrolled students.
- Hilltop School operates as a co–ed early childhood day care without religious affiliation or membership associations.
- As a small city program, Hilltop offers a preschool and kindergarten curriculum within the Bangor community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked ME School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Hilltop School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1869
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop School's ranking?
Hilltop School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Hilltop School?
The application deadline for Hilltop School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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