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#51 of 64 private schools in ME

St Thomas Consolidated School

Elementary School

69 N AVE, Sanford, ME 04073

Private

Enrollment

129

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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St Thomas Consolidated School

5.3/10

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

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4.1/10

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7.9/10

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About St Thomas Consolidated School

St Thomas Consolidated School is a private elementary school in Sanford, ME. St Thomas Consolidated School serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas Consolidated School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 64 private schools in ME.

How it compares0.8 pts below ME schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 129 students, St Thomas Consolidated 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 Thomas Consolidated 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 Thomas Consolidated School compares to the 4 public schools in Sanford, ME

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
This School
vs
13.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
129
This School
vs
710
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.7% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
St Thomas Consolidated School Sanford Public Avg

All Schools in Sanford

School Rating
St Thomas Consolidated School (this school) 5.3
Sanford Middle School 4.1
Sanford Pride Elementary School 7.9
Margaret Chase Smith 8.6
Sanford High School 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

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 3.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,085
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
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 129
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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 87.6%
Two or More 6.2%
Hispanic 4.7%
Black 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

69 N AVE, Sanford, ME 04073

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Thomas Consolidated School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hanson School (rated 9.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Margaret Chase Smith (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shapleigh Memorial School (rated 8.3/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Shapleigh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sanford, see our Sanford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Sanford Middle School Sanford 0.8 mi 4.1
Sanford Pride Elementary School Sanford 0.8 mi 7.9
Carl J Lamb School Springvale 1.0 mi 4.7
Margaret Chase Smith Sanford 1.7 mi 8.6
Sanford High School Sanford 2.2 mi 5.1
Alfred Elementary School Alfred 3.0 mi 5.7
FRASER-FORD CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Sanford 6.4 mi
Massabesic High School Waterboro 6.6 mi 5.0
Shapleigh Memorial School Shapleigh 7.1 mi 8.3
Acton Elementary School Acton 7.5 mi 6.5
Noble High School North Berwick 9.8 mi 6.8
Lyman Elementary School Lyman 7.4 mi 8.0
Hanson School Lebanon 7.6 mi 9.0
North Berwick Elementary School North Berwick 9.9 mi 6.0
Lebanon Elementary School Lebanon 7.7 mi 5.0
Massabesic Middle School East Waterboro 9.8 mi 6.3
Waterboro Elementary School East Waterboro 10.1 mi 6.1
Noble Middle School Berwick 11.3 mi 5.8
Eric L Knowlton School Berwick 11.6 mi 5.3
MAPLESTONE Acton 9.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 04073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,135

Median Home Value

$259,500

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Population

17,385

College Educated

20.7%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

40.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
East Belfast School Belfast, ME 5.3
Milbridge Elementary School Milbridge, ME 5.3
Mt Vernon Elementary School Mount Vernon, ME 5.3
Daniel W Merritt School Addison, ME 5.4
East Auburn Community School Auburn, ME 5.4
Fairfield Primary School Fairfield, ME 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Thomas Consolidated School

What grades does St Thomas Consolidated School serve?

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

How many students attend St Thomas Consolidated School?

St Thomas Consolidated School has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas Consolidated School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas Consolidated School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Thomas Consolidated School rank in ME?

St Thomas Consolidated School ranks #51 of 64 private schools in ME.

What is St Thomas Consolidated School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Thomas Consolidated School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Thomas Consolidated School a private school?

Yes, St Thomas Consolidated 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 Thomas Consolidated School a religious school?

St Thomas Consolidated School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
129
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
York County

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