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#44 of 64 private schools in ME
The Bay School
Elementary School
17 BAY SCHOOL DR, Blue Hill, ME 04614
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#44 of 64
In Blue Hill
#2 of 3
public schools
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The Bay School
Elementary School in Blue Hill · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Bay School
The Bay School is a private elementary school in Blue Hill, ME. The Bay School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Bay School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, The Bay 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.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, The Bay School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Bay 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 The Bay School compares to the 1 public school in Blue Hill, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in Blue Hill
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Bay School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Blue Hill Consolidated 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
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
17 BAY SCHOOL DR, Blue Hill, ME 04614
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Bay School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Penobscot Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Penobscot), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adams School (rated 8.0/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Castine), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brooklin School (rated 7.8/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Brooklin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blue Hill, see our Blue Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLUE HILL HARBOR SCHOOL Blue Hill | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| GEORGE STEVENS ACADEMY Blue Hill | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Blue Hill Consolidated School Blue Hill | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sedgwick Elementary School Sedgwick | 4.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Surry Elementary School Surry | 8.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Penobscot Elementary School Penobscot | 7.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Brooklin School Brooklin | 9.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Brooksville Elementary School Brooksville | 8.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary Sch Deer Isle | 11.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Deer Isle-Stonington High Sch Deer Isle | 11.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Adams School Castine | 10.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School Ellsworth | 12.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Ellsworth High School Ellsworth | 13.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Trenton Elementary School Trenton | 11.7 mi | 7.1 |
| GRAHAM LAKE SCHOOL Ellsworth | 15.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Bucksport Middle School Bucksport | 15.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Bucksport High School Bucksport | 15.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Miles Lane School Bucksport | 15.3 mi | 6.2 |
| G Herbert Jewett School Bucksport | 15.3 mi | 7.7 |
| BUCKSPORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bucksport | 15.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,164
Median Home Value
$332,500
Population
2,811
College Educated
49.4%
Homeownership
80.5%
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alton Elementary School Alton, ME | 5.8 |
| SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot, ME | 5.7 |
| Edgecomb Eddy School Edgecomb, ME | 5.9 |
| Princeton Elementary School Princeton, ME | 5.9 |
| Edna Drinkwater School Northport, ME | 5.6 |
| Ella Lewis Sch Steuben, ME | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Bay School
What grades does The Bay School serve?
The Bay School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Bay School?
The Bay School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Bay School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Bay School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Bay School rank in ME?
The Bay School ranks #44 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is The Bay School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Bay School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Bay School a private school?
Yes, The Bay School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Bay School a religious school?
No, The Bay School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Hancock County
- Phone
- (207) 374-2187
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