The School At Sweetser serves 69 students in grades 4-12.
The student:teacher of The School At Sweetser is 8:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked ME School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The School At Sweetser ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Year Founded
1828
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The School At Sweetser's ranking?
The School At Sweetser ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The School At Sweetser?
The application deadline for The School At Sweetser is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to The School At Sweetser is Thornton Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. James School (2.3 miles away)
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