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Best Saco Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,536 students in Saco, ME (there are 5 public schools, serving 1,924 public students). 44% of all K-12 students in Saco, ME are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in Saco, ME include Thornton Academy and The School At Sweetser.
The average acceptance rate is 82%, which is higher than the Maine private school average acceptance rate of 75%.
33% of private schools in Saco, ME are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).

Top Ranked Saco Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Thornton Academy
Thornton Academy Photo
(3)
438 Main St
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 282-5383
Grades: 6-12
| 1,462 students
The School At Sweetser
Special Education School
50 Moody St
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 294-4949
Grades: 4-12
| 69 students
Florence M. Lombard Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
46 Cleveland St
Saco, ME 04072
(603) 686-1461
Grades: 3-8
| 5 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Saco, ME?
The top ranked private schools in Saco, ME include Thornton Academy and The School At Sweetser.
How many private schools are located in Saco?
3 private schools are located in Saco.
What percentage of students in Saco go to private school?
44% of all K-12 students in Saco are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Saco?
33% of private schools in Saco are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).

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