Very Good
#6 of 64 private schools in ME
Top 8% of private schools
Pine Tree Academy
School
67 POWNAL RD, Freeport, ME 04032
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#6 of 64
In Freeport
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Pine Tree Academy
Pine Tree Academy is a private school in Freeport, ME. Pine Tree Academy serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Tree Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- ME avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, Pine Tree Academy 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Pine Tree Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pine Tree 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Pine Tree Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Freeport, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in Freeport
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pine Tree Academy (this school) | 7.7 |
| Freeport High School | 8.1 |
| Freeport Middle School | 8.0 |
| Morse Street School | 7.4 |
| Mast Landing School | 7.3 |
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
67 POWNAL RD, Freeport, ME 04032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pine Tree Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NORTH YARMOUTH ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Yarmouth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MAINE COAST WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LISBON FALLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Lisbon Falls), a more accessible option. For more schools in Freeport, see our Freeport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freeport High School Freeport | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Morse Street School Freeport | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Freeport Middle School Freeport | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Mast Landing School Freeport | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MAINE COAST WALDORF SCHOOL Freeport | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| L'ECOLE FRANCAISE DU MAINE South Freeport | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Pownal Elementary School Pownal | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTH YARMOUTH ACADEMY Yarmouth | 5.6 mi | 8.3 |
| William H Rowe School Yarmouth | 5.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Yarmouth High School Yarmouth | 6.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Yarmouth Elementary School Yarmouth | 6.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Durham Community School Durham | 7.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Frank H Harrison Middle School Yarmouth | 6.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Brunswick High School Brunswick | 6.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Chebeague Island School Chebeague Island | 9.3 mi | — |
| Brunswick Jr High School Brunswick | 7.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Philip W Sugg Middle School Lisbon Falls | 9.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Lisbon High School Lisbon Falls | 9.9 mi | 6.3 |
| LISBON FALLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lisbon Falls | 10.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary Brunswick | 7.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,864
Median Home Value
$445,800
Median Rent
$1,436/mo
Population
8,736
College Educated
56.7%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
45.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forest Hills Consolidated School Jackman, ME | 8.0 |
| CHEWONKI ELEM/MIDDLE SCHOOL & MAINE COAST SEMESTER Wiscasset, ME | 7.3 |
| GREATER PORTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Portland, ME | 7.0 |
| Rangeley Lakes Regional School Rangeley, ME | 8.4 |
| East Grand School Danforth, ME | 6.7 |
| PENOBSCOT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bangor, ME | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pine Tree Academy
What grades does Pine Tree Academy serve?
Pine Tree Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Pine Tree Academy?
Pine Tree Academy has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Tree Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Pine Tree 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 Pine Tree Academy rank in ME?
Pine Tree Academy ranks #6 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is Pine Tree Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Pine Tree Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pine Tree Academy a private school?
Yes, Pine Tree Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pine Tree Academy a religious school?
Pine Tree Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (207) 865-4747
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