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#12 of 64 private schools in ME

Top 17% of private schools

Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester

School

485 CHEWONKI NECK RD, Wiscasset, ME 04578

Private

Enrollment

87

Student-Teacher

5.1:1

Score

7.3

Grades

1st – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maine private schools

#12 of 64

In Wiscasset

#2 of 2

public schools

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Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester

7.3/10

School in Wiscasset · grades 1st – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki

7.5/10

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5.5/10

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About Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester

Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester is a private school in Wiscasset, ME. Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades 1st-11th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 64 private schools in ME.

How it compares1.1 pts above ME schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • ME avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 87 students, Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester 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 Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester compares to the 2 public schools in Wiscasset, ME

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
This School
vs
9.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
87
This School
vs
214
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.4% vs 0%
Black 4.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.6% vs 0%
Asian 2.3% vs 0%
Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester Wiscasset Public Avg

All Schools in Wiscasset

School Rating
Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester (this school) 7.3
Wiscasset Elementary School 7.1
Wiscasset Middle/High School 6.4

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)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,135.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Enrollment 87
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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 87.4%
Black 4.6%
Hispanic 4.6%
Asian 2.3%
Two or More 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

485 CHEWONKI NECK RD, Wiscasset, ME 04578

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester may also want to explore other schools in the area. West Bath School (rated 9.7/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby West Bath), which scores notably higher. Another option is HYDE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Bath), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Georgetown Central School (rated 8.3/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wiscasset, see our Wiscasset schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MAINE COAST SEMESTER AT CHEWONKI Wiscasset 0.0 mi 7.5
Woolwich Central School Woolwich 3.2 mi 5.5
CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING Edgecomb 4.3 mi 6.6
CENTER FOR TEACHING & LEARNING Edgecomb 4.3 mi 5.3
Wiscasset Elementary School Wiscasset 5.4 mi 7.1
Wiscasset Middle/High School Wiscasset 6.1 mi 6.4
Edgecomb Eddy School Edgecomb 5.4 mi 5.9
Dike-Newell School Bath 5.3 mi 7.1
Fisher-Mitchell School Bath 5.7 mi 4.9
HYDE SCHOOL Bath 5.8 mi 8.4
Bath Middle School Bath 5.8 mi 6.0
Boothbay Region Elem School Boothbay Harbor 6.8 mi 5.9
Boothbay Region High School Boothbay Harbor 6.9 mi 7.3
CHOP POINT SCHOOL Woolwich 6.2 mi 5.6
Morse High School Bath 6.2 mi 7.3
Southport Central School Southport 8.4 mi
West Bath School West Bath 7.2 mi 9.7
Georgetown Central School Georgetown 9.9 mi 8.3
Phippsburg Elementary School Phippsburg 10.5 mi 7.6
South Bristol Elementary School Damariscotta 9.3 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,750

Median Home Value

$301,700

Median Rent

$1,190/mo

Population

4,608

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

48.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
North Haven Community School North Haven, ME 6.5
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CENTRAL MAINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lewiston, ME 6.3
WAYFINDER SCHOOLS Camden, ME 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester

What grades does Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester serve?

Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester serves students in grades 1st through 11th.

How many students attend Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester?

Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester?

The student-teacher ratio at Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester rank in ME?

Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester ranks #12 of 64 private schools in ME.

What is Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester's MySchoolScout rating?

Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester a private school?

Yes, Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester 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 Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester a religious school?

No, Chewonki Elem/middle School & Maine Coast Semester is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 11th
Enrollment
87
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lincoln County

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