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#39 of 64 private schools in ME
The School at Sweetser
School
50 MOODY ST, Saco, ME 04072
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#39 of 64
In Saco
#1 of 2
public schools
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The School at Sweetser
School in Saco · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The School at Sweetser
The School at Sweetser is a private school in Saco, ME. The School at Sweetser serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The School at Sweetser has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- ME avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, The School at Sweetser 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, The School at Sweetser sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The School at Sweetser 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 School at Sweetser compares to the 5 public schools in Saco, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in Saco
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The School at Sweetser (this school) | 6.0 |
| Young School | 8.0 |
| C K Burns School | 8.2 |
| Governor John Fairfield School | 7.5 |
| Saco Pre-K | 4.5 |
| Saco Middle School | 9.0 |
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
50 MOODY ST, Saco, ME 04072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The School at Sweetser may also want to explore other schools in the area. Saco Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C K Burns School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scarborough High School (rated 8.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Scarborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saco, see our Saco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THORNTON ACADEMY Saco | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| C K Burns School Saco | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Young School Saco | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Governor John Fairfield School Saco | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Saco Pre-K Saco | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Saco Middle School Saco | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Old Orchard Beach High School Old Orchard Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Biddeford High School Biddeford | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Jameson Elementary School Old Orchard Beach | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Loranger Memorial School Old Orchard Beach | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| John F Kennedy Memorial School Biddeford | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Biddeford Middle School Biddeford | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Biddeford Intermediate School Biddeford | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Biddeford Primary School Biddeford | 3.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Blue Point School Scarborough | 4.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Mildred L Day School Arundel | 7.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Scarborough Middle School Scarborough | 7.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Wentworth School Scarborough | 7.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Scarborough High School Scarborough | 7.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Eight Corners Elementary School Scarborough | 8.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,328
Median Home Value
$370,300
Median Rent
$1,268/mo
Population
20,636
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MORRISON CENTER Scarborough, ME | 5.8 |
| CENTRAL MAINE LEARNING CENTER Belgrade, ME | 6.4 |
| LISBON FALLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lisbon Falls, ME | 5.6 |
| North Haven Community School North Haven, ME | 6.5 |
| GRAHAM LAKE SCHOOL Ellsworth, ME | 6.8 |
| OPPORTUNITY TRAINING CENTER Presque Isle, ME | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The School at Sweetser
What grades does The School at Sweetser serve?
The School at Sweetser serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend The School at Sweetser?
The School at Sweetser has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The School at Sweetser?
The student-teacher ratio at The School at Sweetser is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The School at Sweetser rank in ME?
The School at Sweetser ranks #39 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is The School at Sweetser's MySchoolScout rating?
The School at Sweetser has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The School at Sweetser a private school?
Yes, The School at Sweetser 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 School at Sweetser a religious school?
No, The School at Sweetser is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Gender Split
- 83% M / 17% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- York County
- Phone
- (207) 294-4949
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