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#22 of 64 private schools in ME

Top 33% of private schools

St Michael School

Elementary School

56 SEWALL ST, Augusta, ME 04330

Private

Enrollment

151

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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St Michael School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Augusta · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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8.0/10

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About St Michael School

St Michael School is a private elementary school in Augusta, ME. St Michael School serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 64 private schools in ME.

How it compares0.6 pts above ME schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 151 students, St Michael School 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 Michael 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

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How St Michael School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Augusta, ME

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
151
This School
vs
323
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78.8% vs 0%
Asian 11.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 4% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
St Michael School Augusta Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Michael School (this school) 6.7
Lincoln School 5.0
Maine Virtual Academy 8.0
Lillian Parks Hussey School 5.3
Sylvio J Gilbert School 2.8
Cony Middle School 6.5
Farrington School 3.4

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)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,137.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 36%
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 151
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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 78.8%
Asian 11.3%
Hispanic 4.0%
Black 2.6%
Two or More 2.0%
Pacific Islander 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

56 SEWALL ST, Augusta, ME 04330

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Michael School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manchester Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chelsea Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Chelsea), with a very similar rating. Additionally, James H Bean School (rated 6.9/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Sidney), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Augusta, see our Augusta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln School Augusta 0.2 mi 5.0
Maine Virtual Academy Augusta 0.7 mi 8.0
CHILDRENS CTR-EARLY INTERVEN AND FAM SUPPORT INC. Augusta 0.9 mi
Sylvio J Gilbert School Augusta 1.5 mi 2.8
Lillian Parks Hussey School Augusta 1.3 mi 5.3
Hall-Dale Elementary Sch Hallowell 1.7 mi 6.5
Cony Augusta 1.7 mi 4.7
Cony Middle School Augusta 1.7 mi 6.5
Farrington School Augusta 1.8 mi 3.4
Maine Arts Academy School Augusta 2.1 mi 8.6
Hall-Dale Middle and High School Farmingdale 3.2 mi 6.9
SPURWINK-CHELSEA Chelsea 4.0 mi
Manchester Elementary School Manchester 4.1 mi 7.9
Gardiner Area High School Gardiner 5.8 mi 6.4
Laura E Richards School Gardiner 6.4 mi 4.4
Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School Pittston 6.4 mi 2.9
Chelsea Elementary School Chelsea 5.1 mi 7.0
Gardiner Regional Middle School Gardiner 6.6 mi 6.9
Helen Thompson School West Gardiner 7.5 mi 5.5
James H Bean School Sidney 9.1 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04330 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,158

Median Home Value

$197,600

Median Rent

$912/mo

Population

26,517

College Educated

28.1%

Homeownership

63.5%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

43.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Fiddlehead School of Arts & Science Gray, ME 6.7
H B Emery Jr Memorial School Limington, ME 6.7
Harpswell Community School Harpswell, ME 6.7
Palermo Consolidated School Palermo, ME 6.7
Memorial School New Gloucester, ME 6.8
Bowdoinham Community School Bowdoinham, ME 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Michael School

What grades does St Michael School serve?

St Michael School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Michael School?

St Michael School has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Michael School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Michael School rank in ME?

St Michael School ranks #22 of 64 private schools in ME.

What is St Michael School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Michael School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Michael School a private school?

Yes, St Michael 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 Michael School a religious school?

St Michael School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
151
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Kennebec County

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