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#54 of 64 private schools in ME

Center for Teaching & Learning

Elementary School

119 CROSS POINT RD, Edgecomb, ME 04556

Private

Enrollment

65

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maine private schools

#54 of 64

In Edgecomb

#2 of 2

public schools

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Center for Teaching & Learning

5.3/10

Elementary School in Edgecomb · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Center for Teaching and Learning

6.6/10

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5.9/10

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About Center for Teaching & Learning

Center for Teaching & Learning is a private elementary school in Edgecomb, ME. Center for Teaching & Learning serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Center for Teaching & Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 64 private schools in ME.

How it compares0.8 pts below ME schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 65 students, Center for Teaching & Learning is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Center for Teaching & Learning sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Center for Teaching & Learning 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

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How Center for Teaching & Learning compares to the 1 public school in Edgecomb, ME

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
This School
vs
9.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
65
This School
vs
101
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.8% vs 0%
Center for Teaching & Learning Edgecomb Public Avg

All Schools in Edgecomb

School Rating
Center for Teaching & Learning (this school) 5.3
Edgecomb Eddy School 5.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,023
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 65
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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)

White 90.8%
Two or More 9.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

119 CROSS POINT RD, Edgecomb, ME 04556

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Center for Teaching & Learning may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bristol Consolidated School (rated 8.4/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Damariscotta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nobleboro Central School (rated 7.6/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Damariscotta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wiscasset Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wiscasset), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edgecomb, see our Edgecomb schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING Edgecomb 0.0 mi 6.6
Edgecomb Eddy School Edgecomb 1.2 mi 5.9
Wiscasset Elementary School Wiscasset 2.1 mi 7.1
Wiscasset Middle/High School Wiscasset 3.2 mi 6.4
MAINE COAST SEMESTER AT CHEWONKI Wiscasset 4.3 mi 7.5
CHEWONKI ELEM/MIDDLE SCHOOL & MAINE COAST SEMESTER Wiscasset 4.3 mi 7.3
Boothbay Region Elem School Boothbay Harbor 8.0 mi 5.9
Boothbay Region High School Boothbay Harbor 8.0 mi 7.3
Woolwich Central School Woolwich 7.1 mi 5.5
South Bristol Elementary School Damariscotta 8.9 mi 6.2
Great Salt Bay Community School Damariscotta 8.2 mi 6.6
Southport Central School Southport 10.9 mi
Bristol Consolidated School Damariscotta 9.0 mi 8.4
Dresden Elementary School Dresden 11.4 mi 6.1
CHOP POINT SCHOOL Woolwich 8.9 mi 5.6
Dike-Newell School Bath 9.4 mi 7.1
Fisher-Mitchell School Bath 9.9 mi 4.9
HYDE SCHOOL Bath 10.0 mi 8.4
Bath Middle School Bath 9.9 mi 6.0
Nobleboro Central School Damariscotta 10.9 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,844

Median Home Value

$308,000

Median Rent

$1,345/mo

Population

1,344

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

86.1%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

41.6

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East Belfast School Belfast, ME 5.3
Mt Vernon Elementary School Mount Vernon, ME 5.3
Cushing Community School Cushing, ME 5.4
Daniel W Merritt School Addison, ME 5.4
Brooksville Elementary School Brooksville, ME 5.5
Fayette Central School Fayette, ME 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Center for Teaching & Learning

What grades does Center for Teaching & Learning serve?

Center for Teaching & Learning serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Center for Teaching & Learning?

Center for Teaching & Learning has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Center for Teaching & Learning?

The student-teacher ratio at Center for Teaching & Learning is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Center for Teaching & Learning rank in ME?

Center for Teaching & Learning ranks #54 of 64 private schools in ME.

What is Center for Teaching & Learning's MySchoolScout rating?

Center for Teaching & Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Center for Teaching & Learning a private school?

Yes, Center for Teaching & Learning 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 Center for Teaching & Learning a religious school?

No, Center for Teaching & Learning is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
65
Gender Split
34% M / 66% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lincoln County

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