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Best Maine Alternative Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 7 alternative private high schools serving 364 students in Maine.
The top ranked alternative private high schools in Maine include Bridgton Academy and The New School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Maine private high school average acceptance rate of 73%.
14% of alternative private high schools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

Top Ranked Maine Alternative Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Bridgton Academy
All-boys | Alternative School
11 Academy Ln
North Bridgton, ME 04057
(207) 647-3322
Grades: 12
| 167 students
The New School
The New School Photo - TNS offers ample opportunities for hands-on learning. These math students are honing their skills with a carpentry project.
Alternative School
(9)
38 York St
Kennebunk, ME 04043
(207) 985-3745
Grades: 9-12
| 29 students
Carleton Project
Alternative School
52 Main Street
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 521-1302
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
Lisbon Falls Christian Academy
Alternative School (Baptist)
555 Lisbon Rd
Lisbon Falls, ME 04252
(207) 353-8518
Grades: K-12
| 54 students
Reach School
Alternative School
14 First Street
Bucksport, ME 04416
(207) 469-7147
Grades: 8-12
| 21 students
Royal Academy Education Inc.
Alternative School
15 Shaker Rd
Gray, ME 04039
(207) 657-2880
Grades: 1-12
| 60 students
Summit Achievement
Alternative School
69 Deer Hill Rd
Fryeburg, ME 04037
(207) 697-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 10 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private high schools in Maine?
The top ranked alternative private high schools in Maine include Bridgton Academy and The New School.
How many alternative private high schools are located in Maine?
7 alternative private high schools are located in Maine.
How diverse are alternative private high schools in Maine?
Maine alternative private high schools are approximately 19% minority students, which is higher than the Maine private school average of 17%.
What percentage of alternative private high schools are religiously affiliated in Maine?
14% of alternative private high schools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

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