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#30 of 64 private schools in ME
Top 45% of private schools
Cheverus High School
High School
267 OCEAN AVE, Portland, ME 04103
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#30 of 64
In Portland
#4 of 5
public schools
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About Cheverus High School
Cheverus High School is a private high school in Portland, ME. Cheverus High School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cheverus High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- ME avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Cheverus High School 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 Cheverus High School compares to the 15 public schools in Portland, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in Portland
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cheverus High School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Ocean Avenue | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Middle School | 6.8 |
| Presumpscot School | 6.9 |
| Longfellow School-Portland | 7.6 |
| Deering High School | 5.6 |
| East End Community School | 5.8 |
| Casco Bay High School | 7.5 |
| Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences | 7.9 |
| King Middle School | 3.7 |
| Portland High School | 5.8 |
| Lyman Moore Middle School | 6.2 |
| Gerald E Talbot Community School | 6.2 |
| Harrison Lyseth Elem School | 5.4 |
| Amanda C Rowe School | 4.6 |
| Howard C Reiche Community Sch | 5.1 |
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.
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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
267 OCEAN AVE, Portland, ME 04103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cheverus High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Casco Bay High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Portland High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Avenue Portland | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| GLICKMAN ACADEMY Portland | 0.7 mi | — |
| LEVEY DAY SCHOOL Portland | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL Portland | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Presumpscot School Portland | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Middle School Portland | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Longfellow School-Portland Portland | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Deering High School Portland | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| King Middle School Portland | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Casco Bay High School Portland | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences Portland | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| East End Community School Portland | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Portland High School Portland | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Lyman Moore Middle School Portland | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Harrison Lyseth Elem School Portland | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Howard C Reiche Community Sch Portland | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| WAYNFLETE SCHOOL Portland | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Gerald E Talbot Community School Portland | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BREAKWATER SCHOOL Portland | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Amanda C Rowe School Portland | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,682
Median Home Value
$421,800
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
31,705
College Educated
58.3%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fort Kent Community High School Fort Kent, ME | 6.4 |
| Wiscasset Middle/High School Wiscasset, ME | 6.4 |
| Oceanside High School Rockland, ME | 6.5 |
| Poland Regional H S Poland, ME | 6.5 |
| FOXCROFT ACADEMY Dover-Foxcroft, ME | 6.3 |
| Lisbon High School Lisbon Falls, ME | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cheverus High School
What grades does Cheverus High School serve?
Cheverus High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cheverus High School?
Cheverus High School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cheverus High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cheverus High School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cheverus High School rank in ME?
Cheverus High School ranks #30 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is Cheverus High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cheverus High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cheverus High School a private school?
Yes, Cheverus High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cheverus High School a religious school?
Cheverus High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (207) 774-6238
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