Very Good
#8 of 64 private schools in ME
Top 11% of private schools
Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki
High School
485 CHEWONKI NECK RD, Wiscasset, ME 04578
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
11th – 11th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
11th – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#8 of 64
In Wiscasset
#1 of 2
public schools
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Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki
High School in Wiscasset · grades 11th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki
Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki is a private high school in Wiscasset, ME. Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades 11th-11th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- ME avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki 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 2.9:1 students to teachers, Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki 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 Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki compares to the 2 public schools in Wiscasset, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in Wiscasset
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki (this school) | 7.5 |
| 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
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
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
485 CHEWONKI NECK RD, Wiscasset, ME 04578
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HYDE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Bath), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Boothbay Region High School (rated 7.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Boothbay Harbor), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Morse High School (rated 7.3/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Bath), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wiscasset, see our Wiscasset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHEWONKI ELEM/MIDDLE SCHOOL & MAINE COAST SEMESTER Wiscasset | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Jonesport-Beals High School Jonesport, ME | 7.7 |
| Van Buren District Secondary Sch Van Buren, ME | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki
What grades does Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki serve?
Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki serves students in grades 11th through 11th.
How many students attend Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki?
Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki?
The student-teacher ratio at Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki rank in ME?
Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki ranks #8 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki's MySchoolScout rating?
Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki a private school?
Yes, Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki 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 Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki a religious school?
No, Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 11th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 24% M / 76% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lincoln County
- Phone
- (207) 882-7323
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