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Best Maine Special Education Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 39 special education private schools serving 1,142 students in Maine.

The special education private schools in Maine include Kidspeace National Centers Of New England, The School At Sweetser, and Spurwink School.

3% of special education private schools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 39
# Students Served: 1,142

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 39
# Students Served: 1,142

Maine Special Education Private School Trends

Private Schools

1,142

Students

$53,000

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

19%

Students of Color

5:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked special education private schools in Maine?

The special education private schools in Maine include Kidspeace National Centers Of New England, The School At Sweetser, and Spurwink School.

How many special education private schools are located in Maine?

39 special education private schools are located in Maine.

How diverse are special education private schools in Maine?

Maine special education private schools are approximately 19% minority students, which is higher than the Maine private school average of 16%.

What percentage of special education private schools are religiously affiliated in Maine?

3% of special education private schools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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