Thornton Academy

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Tel: (207)282-5383
438 Main St
Saco, ME 04072
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Thornton Academy has a brand new Arts & New Media Center where computer programming, digital arts, 3-D Imaging, and movie/TV production.
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Thornton Academy has a brand new Arts & New Media Center where computer programming, digital arts, 3-D Imaging, and movie/TV production.
Thornton Academy's experienced teachers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math encourage students to develop skills in design and problem solving.
Residential students come from more than 20 countries and live on campus in new dormitories.
All high school students are assigned an iPad that they use for in-class assignments and homework.
Thornton Academy's arts program includes classes in music, theater, dance, and visual arts. See http://www.thorntonacademy.org/arts for more information.
  • Founded in 1811 and located in beautiful, coastal Saco, Maine, Thornton Academy prepares students in 6-12th grade for life in a changing world.
  • A rigorous and broad-based program of academic, arts and athletic opportunities challenges students to reach their potential in readiness for lifelong learning and productive participation in our dynamic world.

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc. National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 6-12
Year Founded 1811

Student Body

Total Students 1643 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
Students by Grade Thornton Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers 114 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
72%
Average Class Size 20 students
Number of AP Courses 24 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Chinese, Computer Science A, Economics, Environmental Science, European History, French, Government & Politics: US, Human Geography, Language and Composition, Latin, Literature & Composition, Music Theory, Physics, Physics C, Physics I & II, Psychology, Spanish, Statistics, Studio Art, US History,
Classroom Dress Code Casual

Finances and Admission

Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $12,500
Admissions Director Abigail Gagnon
Admissions Associate Megan Theberge

Sports

Total Sports Offered 24 sports
Sports Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cycling, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Paddle Tennis, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Winter Track, WrestlingAlpine Skiing, Baseball,
Basketball, Cheering,
Cross Country, Cycling,
Dance, Equestrian,
Field Hockey, Football,
Golf, Ice Hockey,
Lacrosse, Mountain Biking,
Paddle Tennis, Soccer,
Softball, Swimming,
Tennis, Track and Field,
Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball,
Winter Track, Wrestling,

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. 42 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. Action Team, Amnesty International, Anglers' Society, Animal Rights Club, Art Club, Ballroom Dance, Big Sib Club, Chinese Language Club, Classics Club, Concert Choir, Cycling Club, Debate Club, Disaster Relief Club, Environmental Club, French Club, GSTA, German Club, History Day Club, Horseback Riding, INK, INTERACT, Jazz Combo, Math Team, Model United Nations, Music Appreciation Club, Neuroscience Club, Photography Club, Political Action Group, RSVP Club, Ribbon Club, Robotics Club, Saco Police Explorer Post, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Speech Team, Student Council, Student Media Team, TA Ambassador Program, TA Players (theater), TATV, Table Top Gamers Club, WAGER Club Action Team, Art Club, Ballroom Dance, Big Sib Club, Classics Club, Concert Choir, Cycling Club, Debate Club, French Club, GSTA, German Club, INK, INTERACT, Jazz Combo, Math Team, RSVP Club, Ribbon Club, Robotics Club, Spanish Club, Speech Team, TATV, WAGER Club, Amnesty International,
Anglers' Society,
Animal Rights Club,
Chinese Language Club,
Disaster Relief Club,
Environmental Club,
History Day Club,
Horseback Riding,
Model United Nations,
Music Appreciation Club,
Neuroscience Club,
Photography Club,
Political Action Group,
Saco Police Explorer Post,
Science Olympiad,
Student Council,
Student Media Team,
TA Ambassador Program,
TA Players (theater),
Table Top Gamers Club,

School Notes

  • Founded in 1811 and located in Saco, Thornton Academy is one of the nation's oldest independent private schools. Thornton Academy offers a rigorous and broad-based program of academic, arts, and athletic opportunities that challenges middle and high school students to reach their potential in readiness for lifelong learning and productive participation in our dynamic world. For more information, visit www.thorntonacademy.org or call 207-282-3361

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School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  2/6/2017
Thornton Academy is a fantastic mix of challenging academics, top level athletics, comprehensive performing arts, and service-based community events. The students are lucky to be in an environment where teachers and students can express themselves. Truly there is something here for everyone to participate in. The boarding program is top-notch and the offerings are outstanding!
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5  12/17/2016
Thornton Academy is a private high school in Saco,Maine. It has an amazing view mostly in the winter time.Teachers provide individualized attention and plans for each student.They have a great guidance office and over the years with the upgrading it has added vast opportunities the students have to get involved with their school.It has a big auditorium where school conferences are held,a gymnasium with different kind of extracurricular activities, an amazing cafeteria with different types of food.The curriculum is amazing and you always have a choice to expand on something new ,grades are generally on a high scale and overall Thornton Academy is safe and academically great place to enroll your child. I mean come experience what you are missing out.
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  • Students: 1,643 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,500
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