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#42 of 64 private schools in ME

St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus

Elementary School

17 BAIRD AVE, Lewiston, ME 04240

Private

Enrollment

196

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maine private schools

#42 of 64

In Lewiston

#2 of 2

public schools

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St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus

5.9/10

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

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4.9/10

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3.5/10

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About St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus

St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus is a private elementary school in Lewiston, ME. St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 64 private schools in ME.

How it comparesOn par with ME schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 196 students, St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus 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.

St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus 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

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How St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Lewiston, ME

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
This School
vs
10.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
196
This School
vs
505
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
4.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.4% vs 0%
Black 3.6% vs 0%
Asian 2% vs 0%
St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus Lewiston Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus (this school) 5.9
Robert V. Connors Elementary School 4.9
Acadia Academy School 9.5
Farwell Elementary School 2.8
Montello School 2.7
Thomas J McMahon Elementary Sch 2.7
Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School 3.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

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)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.5:1
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)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 11%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Enrollment 196
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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 94.4%
Black 3.6%
Asian 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

17 BAIRD AVE, Lewiston, ME 04240

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acadia Academy School (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview School (rated 5.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Auburn), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Robert V. Connors Elementary School (rated 4.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lewiston, see our Lewiston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert V. Connors Elementary School Lewiston 0.8 mi 4.9
Lewiston High School Lewiston 1.0 mi 3.5
Farwell Elementary School Lewiston 1.2 mi 2.8
Acadia Academy School Lewiston 0.9 mi 9.5
SPURWINK-LEWISTON/AUBURN Lewiston 1.5 mi
Walton School Auburn 1.2 mi 2.7
Lewiston Middle School Lewiston 1.6 mi 3.3
Montello School Lewiston 2.0 mi 2.7
CENTRAL MAINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lewiston 1.9 mi 6.3
Sherwood Heights Elementary Sch Auburn 1.8 mi 4.9
MARGARET MURPHY CENTER FOR CHILDREN-MAIN Lewiston 2.7 mi
Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School Lewiston 2.9 mi 3.9
THE RENAISSANCE SCHOOL Auburn 2.2 mi
Thomas J McMahon Elementary Sch Lewiston 2.5 mi 2.7
Edward Little High School Auburn 2.3 mi 5.1
Washburn School Auburn 2.6 mi 4.4
Fairview School Auburn 2.6 mi 5.0
ANDROSCOGGIN LEARNING & TRANSITION CENTER Auburn 2.7 mi 8.2
Park Avenue Elementary School Auburn 2.9 mi 3.7
Auburn Middle School Auburn 3.0 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,558

Median Home Value

$214,200

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

37,886

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

50.3%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus

What grades does St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus serve?

St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus?

St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus rank in ME?

St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus ranks #42 of 64 private schools in ME.

What is St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus 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 Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus a private school?

Yes, St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus 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 Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus a religious school?

St Dominic Academy-lewiston Campus has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
196
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Androscoggin County

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