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Best 04901 Maine Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 416 students in 04901, ME (there are 9 public schools, serving 3,340 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 04901, ME are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 04901, ME include Temple Academy and Mount Merici Academy.
67% of private schools in 04901, ME are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 04901 Maine Private Schools (2026)

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Mount Merici Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
18 Mount Merici Avenue
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-3773
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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
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Wfs Waterville
Gr: PK-1 | 20 students
Special Education School
2 Seton Center Dr
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 878-9663
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04901, Maine Private Schools (Closed)

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St. John Catholic School
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students
Catholic
15 S Garand St
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 872-7115
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 04901, ME?
The top ranked private schools in 04901, ME include Temple Academy and Mount Merici Academy.
How many private schools are located in 04901?
3 private schools are located in 04901.
What percentage of students in 04901 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 04901 are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 04901?
67% of private schools in 04901 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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