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L'ecole Francaise Du Maine

Elementary School

99 S FREEPORT RD, South Freeport, ME 04078

Private

Enrollment

50

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

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#20 of 64

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L'ecole Francaise Du Maine

6.8/10

Elementary School in South Freeport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Freeport High School

8.1/10

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7.4/10

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About L'ecole Francaise Du Maine

L'ecole Francaise Du Maine is a private elementary school in South Freeport, ME. L'ecole Francaise Du Maine serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. L'ecole Francaise Du Maine has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 64 private schools in ME.

How it compares0.7 pts above ME schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, L'ecole Francaise Du Maine 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, L'ecole Francaise Du Maine sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

L'ecole Francaise Du Maine 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.

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 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 42%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Enrollment 50
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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 72.0%
Black 10.0%
Two or More 8.0%
Hispanic 4.0%
Native American 4.0%
Asian 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

99 S FREEPORT RD, South Freeport, ME 04078

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering L'ecole Francaise Du Maine may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William H Rowe School (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Morse Street School (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Freeport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mast Landing School (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Freeport), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Freeport, see our South Freeport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Freeport High School Freeport 2.4 mi 8.1
Morse Street School Freeport 2.5 mi 7.4
Mast Landing School Freeport 2.6 mi 7.3
PINE TREE ACADEMY Freeport 2.8 mi 7.7
MAINE COAST WALDORF SCHOOL Freeport 2.5 mi 7.1
Freeport Middle School Freeport 2.9 mi 8.0
NORTH YARMOUTH ACADEMY Yarmouth 3.9 mi 8.3
William H Rowe School Yarmouth 4.0 mi 8.1
Yarmouth High School Yarmouth 4.5 mi 6.7
Yarmouth Elementary School Yarmouth 4.7 mi 7.3
Frank H Harrison Middle School Yarmouth 4.9 mi 7.3
Chebeague Island School Chebeague Island 6.5 mi
Pownal Elementary School Pownal 6.6 mi 6.8
FRIENDS SCHOOL OF PORTLAND Cumberland Foreside 7.2 mi 7.3
Cliff Island School Cliff Island 8.7 mi
Brunswick High School Brunswick 7.5 mi 8.3
Greely Middle School Cumberland 7.1 mi 7.1
Greely Middle School 4-5 Cumberland 7.1 mi 6.3
Greely High School Cumberland 7.2 mi 8.5
Mabel I Wilson School Cumberland 7.3 mi 7.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bay Ridge Elementary Cutler, ME 6.8
Dawn F Barnes Elementary Sch Caswell, ME 6.8
Friendship Village School Friendship, ME 6.8
Moscow Elementary Bingham, ME 6.9
CENTER FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING Edgecomb, ME 6.6
RILEY SCHOOL Rockport, ME 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about L'ecole Francaise Du Maine

What grades does L'ecole Francaise Du Maine serve?

L'ecole Francaise Du Maine serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend L'ecole Francaise Du Maine?

L'ecole Francaise Du Maine has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at L'ecole Francaise Du Maine?

The student-teacher ratio at L'ecole Francaise Du Maine is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does L'ecole Francaise Du Maine rank in ME?

L'ecole Francaise Du Maine ranks #20 of 64 private schools in ME.

What is L'ecole Francaise Du Maine's MySchoolScout rating?

L'ecole Francaise Du Maine 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 L'ecole Francaise Du Maine a private school?

Yes, L'ecole Francaise Du Maine 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 L'ecole Francaise Du Maine a religious school?

No, L'ecole Francaise Du Maine is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
50
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Cumberland County

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