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Best 04856 Maine Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 129 students in 04856, ME (there are 2 public schools, serving 1,093 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 04856, ME are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Maine private school average acceptance rate of 75%.

Private Schools in 04856, ME (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Ashwood Waldorf School
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Special Program Emphasis
(1)
180 Park St
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 236-8021
Grades: PK-7
| 78 students
Riley School
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Alternative School
(2)
73 Warrenton St
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 596-6405
Grades: PK-8
| 51 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 04856, ME?
2 private schools are located in 04856, ME.
What percentage of students in 04856 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 04856 are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).

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