Below Average
#61 of 64 private schools in ME
John Bapst Memorial High School
High School
100 BROADWAY, Bangor, ME 04401
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#61 of 64
In Bangor
#4 of 4
public schools
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About John Bapst Memorial High School
John Bapst Memorial High School is a private high school in Bangor, ME. John Bapst Memorial High School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John Bapst Memorial High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- ME avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
John Bapst Memorial 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.
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BetaHow John Bapst Memorial High School compares to the 10 public schools in Bangor, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bangor
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Bapst Memorial High School (this school) | 4.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln School | 4.9 |
| Fruit Street School | 6.9 |
| William S. Cohen School | 7.3 |
| Mary Snow School | 6.5 |
| James F. Doughty School | 4.6 |
| Vine Street School | 6.6 |
| Fairmount School | 6.2 |
| Fourteenth Street School | 6.1 |
| Bangor High School | 7.2 |
| Downeast School | 3.6 |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
100 BROADWAY, Bangor, ME 04401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Bapst Memorial High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bangor High School (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brewer High School (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Brewer), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bangor, see our Bangor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bangor | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Bangor | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Mary Snow School Bangor | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| BANGOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bangor | 0.7 mi | — |
| Fruit Street School Bangor | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| William S. Cohen School Bangor | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| James F. Doughty School Bangor | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Vine Street School Bangor | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Fairmount School Bangor | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Fourteenth Street School Bangor | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Brewer High School Brewer | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Brewer Community School Brewer | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Bangor High School Bangor | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| STILLWATER ACADEMY Bangor | 2.0 mi | — |
| BANGOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bangor | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PENOBSCOT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bangor | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Downeast School Bangor | 3.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Veazie Community School Veazie | 3.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Center Drive School Orrington | 5.9 mi | 6.5 |
| George B Weatherbee School Hampden | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,136
Median Home Value
$229,600
Median Rent
$1,048/mo
Population
44,418
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ERSKINE ACADEMY South China, ME | 4.6 |
| Cony Augusta, ME | 4.7 |
| Lawrence High School Fairfield, ME | 5.2 |
| Mt Blue High School Farmington, ME | 5.4 |
| Maine Connections Academy Scarborough, ME | 5.5 |
| Narraguagus High School Harrington, ME | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Bapst Memorial High School
What grades does John Bapst Memorial High School serve?
John Bapst Memorial High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John Bapst Memorial High School?
John Bapst Memorial High School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Bapst Memorial High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Bapst Memorial High School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does John Bapst Memorial High School rank in ME?
John Bapst Memorial High School ranks #61 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is John Bapst Memorial High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Bapst Memorial High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is John Bapst Memorial High School a private school?
Yes, John Bapst Memorial High 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 John Bapst Memorial High School a religious school?
No, John Bapst Memorial High School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 504
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Penobscot County
- Phone
- (207) 947-0313
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