Cheverus Photo - Ask any alum what the best part of attending Cheverus was and they will tell you about the community and lifelong friendships they developed here. Our students come from diverse backgrounds, but they all share something very important -- a sense of belonging to the Cheverus community. Cheverus is a welcoming and safe place for students to grow academically, socially.

Best Cumberland County Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 18 private high schools serving 2,201 students in Cumberland County, ME.
The top ranked private high schools in Cumberland County, ME include North Yarmouth Academy, Bridgton Academy, and Cheverus.
The average acceptance rate is 73%, which is lower than the Maine private high school average acceptance rate of 74%.
39% of private high schools in Cumberland County, ME are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Top Ranked Cumberland County Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
North Yarmouth Academy
North Yarmouth Academy Photo - North Yarmouth Academy has a 20+ acre campus in Yarmouth, Maine. Ten minutes from Portland and less thank two hours from Boston. Our campus includes a newly renovated ice arena and fitness & wellness center.
(8)
148 Main Street
Yarmouth, ME 04096
(207) 846-9051
Gr: NS-12 | 403 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 39 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bridgton Academy
All-boys | Alternative School
11 Academy Ln
North Bridgton, ME 04057
(207) 647-3322
Gr: 12 | 167 students
Cheverus
Cheverus Photo - High School is a time of growth, change, and discovery. At Cheverus, we accompany students and families through this exciting and sometimes challenging time in their lives. Our goal is to educate students in a deep and meaningful way. Our approach to education is meant to prepare students for college -- and for life.
(Catholic)
(5)
267 Ocean Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 774-6238
Gr: 9-12 | 374 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 45 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Waynflete
Waynflete Photo - Upper School Campus
(1)
360 Spring St
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 274-5224
Gr: PK-12 | 581 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Aucocisco School
Aucocisco School Photo - First Day of School 2011
Special Education School
126 Spurwink Ave
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(207) 773-7323
Gr: 4-12 | 23 students Avg. class size: 5 students Tuition listed
Center For Autism And Delvopmental Disorders
Special Education School
236 Gannett Dr
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 661-6702
Gr: 1-12 | 13 students
Cornerstone Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
415 Us Route 1
Scarborough, ME 04074
(207) 885-5123
Gr: 2-12 | 24 students
Glickman Academy
Special Education School
899 Riverside St
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 871-1200
Gr: 4-12 | 48 students
Grace Baptist Church School
(Baptist)
476 Summit St
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-0257
Gr: PK-12 | 24 students
Greater Portland Christian School
(Christian)
(1)
1338 Broadway
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 808-8350
Gr: PK-12 | 126 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
Maine Coast Waldorf School
Maine Coast Waldorf School Photo
Waldorf School
(1)
57 Desert Road
Freeport, ME 04032
(207) 865-3900
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Morrison Center
Special Education School
(1)
60 Chamberlain Rd
Scarborough, ME 04074
(207) 883-6680
Gr: K-12 | 25 students
Mse/mhc-collaborative School
Special Education School
41 Pineland Dr Ste 200
New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 688-2253
Gr: 1-12 | 43 students
Pine Tree Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
67 Pownal Rd
Freeport, ME 04032
(207) 865-4747
Gr: PK-12 | 139 students
Royal Academy Education Inc.
Alternative School
15 Shaker Rd
Gray, ME 04039
(207) 657-2880
Gr: 1-12 | 60 students
Spurwink School-cummings
Special Education School
587 Ocean Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 871-1582
Gr: 8-12 | 33 students
Standish Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
181 Ossipee Trail W
Standish, ME 04084
(207) 642-3338
Gr: PK-12 | 51 students Tuition listed
Windham Christian Academy
(Christian)
(1)
1051 Roosevelt Trail
Windham, ME 04062
(207) 892-2244
Gr: PK-12 | 67 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Cumberland County, Maine

Cumberland County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1159 Pequawket Trail # 2B
Steep Falls, ME 04085
(207) 675-3503
Gr: 4-12 | 8 students
969 Pequawket Trail (Rt 113)
West Baldwin, ME 04091
(207) 625-4962
Gr: PK-8 | 16 students Avg. class size: 9 students
1251 Congress Street
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 772-2521
Gr: PK-8 | 212 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Cumberland County, ME?
The top ranked private high schools in Cumberland County, ME include North Yarmouth Academy, Bridgton Academy, and Cheverus.
How many private high schools are located in Cumberland County?
18 private high schools are located in Cumberland County.
How diverse are private high schools in Cumberland County?
Cumberland County private high schools are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the Maine private school average of 17%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Cumberland County?
39% of private high schools in Cumberland County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).
Which private high schools in Cumberland County are often viewed compared to one another?

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