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Best Maine Alternative Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 12 alternative private schools serving 630 students in Maine.
The top ranked alternative private schools in Maine include Bridgton Academy and The New School.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the Maine private school average acceptance rate of 75%.
8% of alternative private schools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

Top Ranked Maine Alternative Private Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Bridgton Academy
All-boys | Alternative School
11 Academy Ln
North Bridgton, ME 04057
(207) 647-3322
Grades: 12
| 167 students
The New School
The New School Photo - TNS offers ample opportunities for hands-on learning. These math students are honing their skills with a carpentry project.
Alternative School
(9)
38 York St
Kennebunk, ME 04043
(207) 985-3745
Grades: 9-12
| 29 students
Appletree School
Appletree School Photo
Alternative School
44 Two Lights Rd
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(207) 799-4225
Grades: NS
| 40 students
Carleton Project
Alternative School
52 Main Street
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 521-1302
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
Center For Teaching & Learning
Alternative School
(1)
119 Cross Point Rd
Edgecomb, ME 04556
(207) 882-9706
Grades: K-8
| 73 students
Lisbon Falls Christian Academy
Alternative School (Baptist)
555 Lisbon Rd
Lisbon Falls, ME 04252
(207) 353-8518
Grades: K-12
| 54 students
Reach School
Alternative School
14 First Street
Bucksport, ME 04416
(207) 469-7147
Grades: 8-12
| 21 students
Riley School
Riley School Photo - Our campus is a classroom
Alternative School
(2)
73 Warrenton St
Rockport, ME 04856
(207) 596-6405
Grades: PK-9
| 60 students
Roots Academy
Alternative School
2 Davis Point Lane
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
(717) 480-7012
Grades: NS-6
| 31 students
Royal Academy Education Inc.
Alternative School
15 Shaker Rd
Gray, ME 04039
(207) 657-2880
Grades: 1-12
| 60 students
Summit Achievement
Alternative School
69 Deer Hill Rd
Fryeburg, ME 04037
(207) 697-2020
Grades: 9-12
| 10 students
Wayfinder Schools
Alternative School
79 Washington St
Camden, ME 04843
(207) 236-3000
Grades: Inquire with school
| 62 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Maine?
The top ranked alternative private schools in Maine include Bridgton Academy and The New School.
How many alternative private schools are located in Maine?
12 alternative private schools are located in Maine.
How diverse are alternative private schools in Maine?
Maine alternative private schools are approximately 18% minority students, which is higher than the Maine private school average of 16%.
What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Maine?
8% of alternative private schools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

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