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#34 of 64 private schools in ME

Foxcroft Academy

High School

975 W MAIN ST, Dover-foxcroft, ME 04426

Private

Enrollment

400

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#34 of 64

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Foxcroft Academy

6.3/10

High School in Dover-foxcroft · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Se Do Mo Cha Middle School

4.1/10

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Se Do Mo Cha Elementary School

6.2/10

1.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Foxcroft Academy

Foxcroft Academy is a private high school in Dover-foxcroft, ME. Foxcroft Academy serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Foxcroft Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 64 private schools in ME.

How it comparesOn par with ME schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • ME avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Foxcroft Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Foxcroft 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.

Foxcroft Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

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- 5.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,150.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Enrollment 400
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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 91.2%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 3.0%
Black 1.2%
Two or More 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

975 W MAIN ST, Dover-foxcroft, ME 04426

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Foxcroft Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Piscataquis Community Secondary School (rated 7.1/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Guilford), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Nokomis Regional High School (rated 7.0/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dexter Regional High School (rated 6.1/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Dexter), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dover-foxcroft, see our Dover-foxcroft schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Se Do Mo Cha Middle School Dover-Foxcroft 1.1 mi 4.1
Se Do Mo Cha Elementary School Dover-Foxcroft 1.1 mi 6.2
Piscataquis Community Secondary School Guilford 6.5 mi 7.1
Piscataquis Community Elementary Guilford 6.5 mi 9.2
Dexter Regional High School Dexter 11.3 mi 6.1
Ridge View Community School Dexter 12.1 mi 6.9
Brownville Elementary School Brownville 13.7 mi 9.3
Penquis Valley Middle/High School Milo 13.0 mi 5.7
Milo Elementary School Milo 13.7 mi 7.1
Central Community Elementary School Corinth 15.8 mi 7.1
Central High School Corinth 17.0 mi 5.9
Central Middle School Corinth 17.1 mi 4.6
Sebasticook Valley Elementary School Newport 21.0 mi 3.5
Nokomis Regional High School Newport 21.1 mi 7.0
Nokomis Regional Middle School Newport 21.4 mi 5.2
NFI-STETSON RANCH SCHOOL Stetson 22.5 mi
Somerset Elementary School Hartland 22.7 mi 4.2
HARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hartland 23.1 mi
Harmony Elementary Harmony 20.6 mi 8.5
Suzanne M Smith Elementary School Levant 25.4 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,750

Median Home Value

$145,600

Median Rent

$854/mo

Population

4,975

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

41.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Lisbon High School Lisbon Falls, ME 6.3
Mountain Valley High School Rumford, ME 6.3
Calais Middle/High School Calais, ME 6.2
Fort Fairfield Middle/High School Fort Fairfield, ME 6.2
CHEVERUS HIGH SCHOOL Portland, ME 6.4
Fort Kent Community High School Fort Kent, ME 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Foxcroft Academy

What grades does Foxcroft Academy serve?

Foxcroft Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Foxcroft Academy?

Foxcroft Academy has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Foxcroft Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Foxcroft Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Foxcroft Academy rank in ME?

Foxcroft Academy ranks #34 of 64 private schools in ME.

What is Foxcroft Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Foxcroft Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Foxcroft Academy a private school?

Yes, Foxcroft 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 Foxcroft Academy a religious school?

No, Foxcroft Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
400
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Piscataquis County

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