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Top 5 Best Portland Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 12 private schools serving 1,935 students in Portland, ME (there are 16 public schools, serving 6,798 public students). 22% of all K-12 students in Portland, ME are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in Portland, ME include Waynflete, Breakwater School and Cheverus.
The average acceptance rate is 74%, which is lower than the Maine private school average acceptance rate of 75%.
42% of private schools in Portland, ME are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Portland Private Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Breakwater School
856 Brighton Ave
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 772-8689
Grades: PK-8
| 152 students
Cheverus
Cheverus Photo - High School is a time of growth, change, and discovery. At Cheverus, we accompany students and families through this exciting and sometimes challenging time in their lives. Our goal is to educate students in a deep and meaningful way. Our approach to education is meant to prepare students for college -- and for life.
(Catholic)
(5)
267 Ocean Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 774-6238
Grades: 9-12
| 365 students
Levey Day School
Levey Day School Photo
(Jewish)
(4)
400 Deering Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 774-7676
Grades: PK-8
| 29 students
St. Brigid School
St. Brigid School Photo
(Catholic)
695 Stevens Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-7073
Grades: PK-8
| 343 students
Spurwink School
Special Education School
899 Riverside Street
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 771-1354
Grades: NS
| 231 students
Waynflete
Waynflete Photo - Upper School Campus
(1)
360 Spring St
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 274-5224
Grades: PK-12
| 581 students
The Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
721 Stevens Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-9366
Grades: PK-K
| 98 students
Glickman Academy
Special Education School
899 Riverside St
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 871-1200
Grades: 4-12
| 48 students
The Glickman Lauder Center Of Excellence In Autism
Special Education School
37 Andover Rd
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 661-6741
Grades: PK
| 25 students
Grace Baptist Church School
(Baptist)
476 Summit St
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-0257
Grades: PK-12
| 24 students
St. Elizabeth's Child Development
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
87 High St.
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 871-7444
Grades: PK
| 6 students
Spurwink School-cummings
Special Education School
587 Ocean Ave
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 871-1582
Grades: 8-12
| 33 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Portland, Maine

Portland, Maine Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1251 Congress Street
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 772-2521
Grades: PK-8
| 212 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Portland, ME?
The top ranked private schools in Portland, ME include Waynflete, Breakwater School and Cheverus.
How many private schools are located in Portland, ME?
12 private schools are located in Portland, ME.
How diverse are private schools in Portland, ME?
Portland, ME private schools are approximately 11% minority students, which is lower than the Maine private school average of 16%.
What percentage of students in Portland, ME go to private school?
22% of all K-12 students in Portland, ME are educated in private schools (compared to the ME state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Portland, ME?
42% of private schools in Portland, ME are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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