Poland Spring Academy is a small private school locatedon120 acres in Poland, Maine.
Our school mission and focus is to provide an individualized education to meet each student`sneeds.
We offer many different programs to accommodate different lifestyles and educational requirements, from Wilderness Survival to print design.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences of various types
Year Founded
1999
Student Body
Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Pk - $3500, k-2 $4000, 3-5 $4500, 6-12 $5000
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 81%
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Poland Spring Academy?
The acceptance rate of Poland Spring Academy is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
When is the application deadline for Poland Spring Academy?
The application deadline for Poland Spring Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
The staff at PSA genuinely care about the characteristic, emotional, and educational growth of each student. This school provides a safe place for students with different backgrounds and personalities to come together for this growth. I recommend this school to anyone searching for a curriculum which appropriately challenges each individual and teachers who help to gives the nurturing foundation each child fundamentally needs.
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