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#21 of 64 private schools in ME
Top 31% of private schools
Graham Lake School
School
16 KIDS PEACE WAY, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#21 of 64
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Graham Lake School
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About Graham Lake School
Graham Lake School is a private school in Ellsworth, ME. Graham Lake School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Graham Lake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- ME avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Graham Lake School 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Graham Lake School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Graham Lake 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 Graham Lake School compares to the 2 public schools in Ellsworth, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in Ellsworth
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Graham Lake School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Ellsworth High School | 6.0 |
| Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School | 7.7 |
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
16 KIDS PEACE WAY, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Graham Lake School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lamoine Consolidated School (rated 9.2/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Lamoine), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beech Hill School (rated 8.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Otis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dedham School (rated 8.6/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Dedham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ellsworth, see our Ellsworth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ellsworth High School Ellsworth | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School Ellsworth | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Beech Hill School Otis | 5.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Surry Elementary School Surry | 7.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Lamoine Consolidated School Lamoine | 9.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Trenton Elementary School Trenton | 9.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Cave Hill Sch Eastbrook | 9.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Hancock Grammar School Hancock | 9.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Mountain View Sch Sullivan | 11.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Dedham School Dedham | 13.3 mi | 8.6 |
| GEORGE STEVENS ACADEMY Blue Hill | 14.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Blue Hill Consolidated School Blue Hill | 14.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Holbrook School Holden | 14.0 mi | 6.8 |
| THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Mt. Desert | 16.1 mi | 6.1 |
| BLUE HILL HARBOR SCHOOL Blue Hill | 15.1 mi | 5.3 |
| THE BAY SCHOOL Blue Hill | 15.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Mt Desert Island High School Mount Desert | 16.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Sumner Memorial High School Sullivan | 14.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Sumner Middle Sch Sullivan | 14.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Holden School Holden | 16.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,083
Median Home Value
$230,900
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
14,695
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
43.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Graham Lake School
What grades does Graham Lake School serve?
Graham Lake School serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Graham Lake School?
Graham Lake School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Graham Lake School?
The student-teacher ratio at Graham Lake School is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Graham Lake School rank in ME?
Graham Lake School ranks #21 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is Graham Lake School's MySchoolScout rating?
Graham Lake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Graham Lake School a private school?
Yes, Graham Lake School 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 Graham Lake School a religious school?
No, Graham Lake School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 224 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hancock County
- Phone
- (207) 669-0909
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