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Best Maine Private High Schools Offering Summer Programs (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 17 private high schools offering summer programs serving 5,496 students in Maine.
The top ranked private high schools offering summer programs in Maine include Thornton Academy, Lee Academy, and Fryeburg Academy.
The average tuition cost is $28,525, which is lower than the Maine private high school average tuition cost of $28,937.
24% of private high schools offering summer programs in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 17
  • # Students Served: 5,496

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 17
  • # Students Served: 5,496

Top Ranked Maine Private High Schools Offering Summer Programs (2026-27)

Cheverus Photo
Cheverus
Gr: 9-12 | 374 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 45
Catholic
267 Ocean Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 774-6238
(5)
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Erskine Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 561 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 13
309 Windsor Rd
South China, ME 04358
(207) 445-2962
(2)
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Fryeburg Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 665 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 45
745 Main St
Fryeburg, ME 04037
(207) 935-2013
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John Bapst Memorial High School
Gr: 9-12 | 504 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 24
100 Broadway
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 947-0313
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Lee Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 162 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 7
26 Winn Road
Lee, ME 04455
(207) 738-2252
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Maine Central Institute Photo
Maine Central Institute
Gr: 9-12 | 330 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 31
295 Main St
Pittsfield, ME 04967
(207) 487-2282
(1)
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OTC/OTC Next Steps
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 1
Special Education School
25 Lombard St/180 Houlton Road
Presque Isle, ME 04769
(207) 554-4518
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St. Dominic Academy-auburn
Gr: PK-12 | 478 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 16
Catholic
121 Gracelawn Ave
Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 782-6911
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Map of The School At Sweetser
The School At Sweetser
Gr: 4-12 | 69 students
Special Education School
50 Moody St
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 294-4949
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Temple Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
60 W River Rd
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-5325
(1)
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Thornton Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 1,462 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 22 | Extracurriculars: 51
438 Main St
Saco, ME 04072
(207) 282-5383
(3)
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Washington Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 328 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 17
66 Cutter Road
East Machias, ME 04630
(207) 255-8301
(2)
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Aucocisco School
Gr: K-12 | 20 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Special Education School
2 Stonewood Drive Suite 2
Freeport, ME 04032
(207) 773-7323
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Carleton Project
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Alternative School
52 Main Street
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 521-1302
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Hyde School
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 14
616 High Street
Bath, ME 04530
(207) 443-5584
(3)
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Pen Bay Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 133 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 6
Baptist
1 Waldo Avenue
Rockland, ME 04841
(207) 596-6460
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Summit Achievement
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Alternative School
69 Deer Hill Rd
Fryeburg, ME 04037
(207) 697-2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools offering summer programs in Maine?
The top ranked private high schools offering summer programs in Maine include Thornton Academy, Lee Academy, and Fryeburg Academy.
How many private high schools offering summer programs are located in Maine?
17 private high schools offering summer programs are located in Maine.
How much do private high schools offering summer programs cost in Maine?
The average tuition cost is $28,525, which is lower than the Maine private school average tuition cost of $28,937.
How diverse are private high schools offering summer programs in Maine?
Maine private high schools offering summer programs are approximately 13% minority students, which is lower than the Maine private school average of 17%.
What percentage of private high schools offering summer programs are religiously affiliated in Maine?
24% of private high schools offering summer programs in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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