Spurwink School-cummings

587 Ocean Ave Portland, ME 04103
spurwink.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 33 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Spurwink School-cummings serves 33 students in grades 8-12, is a member of the Other associations(s) for exceptional children and the State or regional independent school association.
  • The student:teacher of Spurwink School-cummings is 5:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 33 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Students By Grade
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
33 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 16%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Spurwink School-cummings?
The application deadline for Spurwink School-cummings is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Spurwink School-cummings located?
Spurwink School-cummings is located in the East Deering neighborhood of Portland, ME.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cumberland County, ME is $20,104 for elementary schools and $26,747 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cumberland County, ME is 72% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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