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#40 of 64 private schools in ME
St Brigid School
Elementary School
695 STEVENS AVE, Portland, ME 04103
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#40 of 64
In Portland
#5 of 5
public schools
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St Brigid School
Elementary School in Portland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Brigid School
St Brigid School is a private elementary school in Portland, ME. St Brigid School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Brigid School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Brigid 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 St Brigid School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Portland, ME
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Brigid School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Middle School | 6.8 |
| Ocean Avenue | 8.0 |
| Longfellow School-Portland | 7.6 |
| Amanda C Rowe School | 4.6 |
| Gerald E Talbot Community School | 6.2 |
| Presumpscot School | 6.9 |
| Lyman Moore Middle School | 6.2 |
| Harrison Lyseth Elem School | 5.4 |
| King Middle School | 3.7 |
| East End Community School | 5.8 |
| Howard C Reiche Community Sch | 5.1 |
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
695 STEVENS AVE, Portland, ME 04103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Brigid School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean Avenue (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BREAKWATER SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Longfellow School-Portland (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Middle School Portland | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Longfellow School-Portland Portland | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Ocean Avenue Portland | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Deering High School Portland | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Casco Bay High School Portland | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| CHEVERUS HIGH SCHOOL Portland | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| LEVEY DAY SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Gerald E Talbot Community School Portland | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| BREAKWATER SCHOOL Portland | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Amanda C Rowe School Portland | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Lyman Moore Middle School Portland | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| GLICKMAN ACADEMY Portland | 1.3 mi | — |
| Harrison Lyseth Elem School Portland | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| King Middle School Portland | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Presumpscot School Portland | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences Portland | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Howard C Reiche Community Sch Portland | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| East End Community School Portland | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Portland High School Portland | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| WAYNFLETE SCHOOL Portland | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,682
Median Home Value
$421,800
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
31,705
College Educated
58.3%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boothbay Region Elem School Boothbay Harbor, ME | 5.9 |
| Clinton Elementary School Clinton, ME | 5.9 |
| Congin School Westbrook, ME | 5.9 |
| Hartford-Sumner Elementary School Sumner, ME | 5.9 |
| ST DOMINIC ACADEMY-LEWISTON CAMPUS Lewiston, ME | 5.9 |
| Bloomfield Elementary School Skowhegan, ME | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Brigid School
What grades does St Brigid School serve?
St Brigid School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Brigid School?
St Brigid School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Brigid School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Brigid School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Brigid School rank in ME?
St Brigid School ranks #40 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is St Brigid School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Brigid School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Brigid School a private school?
Yes, St Brigid School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Brigid School a religious school?
St Brigid School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (207) 797-7073
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