Very Good
#14 of 64 private schools in ME
Top 20% of private schools
Berwick Academy
School
31 ACADEMY ST, South Berwick, ME 03908
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#14 of 64
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Berwick Academy
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About Berwick Academy
Berwick Academy is a private school in South Berwick, ME. Berwick Academy serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Berwick Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- ME avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Berwick Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Berwick Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Berwick Academy compares to the 3 public schools in South Berwick, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in South Berwick
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berwick Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Marshwood Great Works School | 5.8 |
| Central School | 4.8 |
| Marshwood High School | 6.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ME.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in ME
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
31 ACADEMY ST, South Berwick, ME 03908
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berwick Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Noble High School (rated 6.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby North Berwick), with a very similar rating. Another option is Marshwood High School (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Marshwood Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Eliot), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Berwick, see our South Berwick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marshwood Great Works School South Berwick | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Central School South Berwick | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Rollinsford Grade School Rollinsford | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Marshwood High School South Berwick | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Vivian E Hussey School Berwick | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Eric L Knowlton School Berwick | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Noble Middle School Berwick | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Idlehurst Elementary School Somersworth | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Marshwood Middle School Eliot | 5.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Somersworth Middle School Somersworth | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Somersworth High School Somersworth | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Maple Wood Elementary School Somersworth | 4.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ST MARY ACADEMY Dover | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street Dover | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| MY SCHOOL Dover | 4.4 mi | — |
| Noble High School North Berwick | 5.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Dover | 5.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PORTSMOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Woodman Park School Dover | 4.9 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,927
Median Home Value
$385,000
Median Rent
$1,535/mo
Population
7,384
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WAYNFLETE SCHOOL Portland, ME | 7.5 |
| So Aroostook School Dyer Brook, ME | 6.5 |
| ST DOMINIC ACADEMY-AUBURN Auburn, ME | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berwick Academy
What grades does Berwick Academy serve?
Berwick Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Berwick Academy?
Berwick Academy has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berwick Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Berwick Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Berwick Academy rank in ME?
Berwick Academy ranks #14 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is Berwick Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Berwick Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Berwick Academy a private school?
Yes, Berwick Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Berwick Academy a religious school?
No, Berwick Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (207) 384-6352
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