Margaret Murphy Center For Childen–Mt. Auburn is a co–ed special education school serving grades 7 through 12 in Auburn, ME, within a small city community.
The school enrolls 21 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 4 teachers.
Approximately 19% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity in the Auburn area.
This nonsectarian private school focuses on middle and high school grade levels with specialized educational programs.
Located in Auburn, ME, this school provides specialized education opportunities within the local city setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
21 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Margaret Murphy Center For Childen - Mt. Auburn?
The application deadline for Margaret Murphy Center For Childen - Mt. Auburn is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Margaret Murphy Center For Childen - Mt. Auburn is Saint Dominic Academy (0.4 miles away)
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Saint Dominic Academy![Saint Dominic Academy Photo - St. Dom's is a two campus school. Grades Pre-K - 6: Baird Avenue in Lewiston. Grades 7 - 12: Gracelawn Road in Auburn.]( "Saint Dominic Academy Photo - St. Dom's is a two campus school. Grades Pre-K - 6: Baird Avenue in Lewiston. Grades 7 - 12: Gracelawn Road in Auburn.")
(Catholic)
121 Gracelawn Rd
Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 782-6911
Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 782-6911
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 571 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Margaret Murphy Center For Children-charles
Special Education School
27 Charles St
Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 786-7708
Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 786-7708
1.5 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 13 students
390 Main St
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 777-0007
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 777-0007
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 93 students
Margaret Murphy Center For Children-main
Special Education School
655 Main St
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 376-3311
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 376-3311
1.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 12 students
St. Dominic Academy-auburn![St. Dominic Academy-auburn Photo]( "St. Dominic Academy-auburn Photo")
(Catholic)
121 Gracelawn Ave
Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 782-6911
Auburn, ME 04210
(207) 782-6911
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 478 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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