Mount Merici Academy Photo - Mount Merici Academy, an Ursuline school, is dedicated to nurturing the whole child- mind, body, and spirit- providing love and guidance so that students can achieve their personal best.In partnership with families, our mission is to instill values of respect, responsibility and self-discipline, teaching students in the Ursuline Serviam tradition of service to our community and the world.

Best Waterville Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 416 students in Waterville, ME (there are 9 public schools, serving 3,340 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in Waterville, ME are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in Waterville, ME include Temple Academy and Mount Merici Academy.
67% of private schools in Waterville, ME are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked Waterville Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Mount Merici Academy
Mount Merici Academy Photo - Mount Merici Academy, an Ursuline school, is dedicated to nurturing the whole child- mind, body, and spirit- providing love and guidance so that students can achieve their personal best.In partnership with families, our mission is to instill values of respect, responsibility and self-discipline, teaching students in the Ursuline Serviam tradition of service to our community and the world.
(Catholic)
18 Mount Merici Avenue
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-3773
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Temple Academy
(Christian)
(1)
60 W River Rd
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-5325
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Wfs Waterville
Special Education School
2 Seton Center Dr
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 878-9663
Gr: PK-1 | 20 students
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Waterville, Maine Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
15 S Garand St
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-7115
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students

Overview

This Town (Waterville)
This State (ME)
# Schools
3 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
416 Students
19,499 Students
% Average Students of Color
4%
16%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
48 Teachers
2,264 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
9:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
31%
59%
Average Class Size
18 students
13 students
Average Number of AP Courses
6 courses
13 courses
Average SAT score
1300
(Out of 1600)
1215

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$5,100
$22,326
Average Summer Program Cost
$140
$2,098
Average % on Financial Aid
40%
37%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.39
0.47
# American Indian Students
n/a
96 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
4 Students
912 Students
% Asian Students
1%
5%
# Hispanic Students
n/a
546 Students
% Hispanic Students
n/a
3%
# Black Students
4 Students
750 Students
% Black Students
1%
4%
# White Students
312 Students
13,584 Students
% White Students
75%
71%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
33 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
96 Students
3,343 Students
% of Others Students
23%
17%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
14 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
7 sports
9 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Waterville, ME?
The top-ranked private schools in Waterville, ME include Temple Academy and Mount Merici Academy.
How many private schools are located in Waterville?
3 private schools are located in Waterville.
What percentage of students in Waterville go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in Waterville are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Waterville?
67% of private schools in Waterville are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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