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#46 of 64 private schools in ME
Wayfinder Schools
School
79 WASHINGTON ST, Camden, ME 04843
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.8
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#46 of 64
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Wayfinder Schools
School in Camden · grades UG – UG. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wayfinder Schools
Wayfinder Schools is a private school in Camden, ME. Wayfinder Schools serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayfinder Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- ME avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Wayfinder Schools 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, Wayfinder Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wayfinder Schools 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 Wayfinder Schools compares to the 1 public school in Camden, ME
Student Demographics
All Schools in Camden
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wayfinder Schools (this school) | 5.8 |
| Camden-Rockport Middle School | 7.1 |
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.
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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
79 WASHINGTON ST, Camden, ME 04843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wayfinder Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. Islesboro Central School (rated 5.6/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Islesboro), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PEN BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Rockland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Camden-Rockport Middle School Camden | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Camden | 0.5 mi | — |
| Camden-Rockport Elementary School Rockport | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Camden Hills Regional H S Rockport | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ASHWOOD WALDORF SCHOOL Rockport | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| RILEY SCHOOL Rockport | 5.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincolnville Central School Lincolnville | 5.9 mi | 6.1 |
| PEN BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rockland | 6.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Oceanside High School Rockland | 7.0 mi | 6.5 |
| South School Rockland | 8.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Ash Point Community School Owls Head | 9.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Hope Elementary School Hope | 7.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Islesboro Central School Islesboro | 8.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Thomaston Grammar School Thomaston | 10.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Oceanside Middle School Thomaston | 10.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Union Elementary Union | 8.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Warren Community School Warren | 10.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Edna Drinkwater School Northport | 12.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Troy A Howard Middle School Belfast | 14.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CORNERSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Belfast | 13.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,841
Median Home Value
$486,300
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
Population
5,243
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
69.3%
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
52.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHOP POINT SCHOOL Woolwich, ME | 5.6 |
| Islesboro Central School Islesboro, ME | 5.6 |
| LISBON FALLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lisbon Falls, ME | 5.6 |
| THE SCHOOL AT SWEETSER Saco, ME | 6.0 |
| CENTRAL MAINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lewiston, ME | 6.3 |
| HEZION ACADEMY Peru, ME | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wayfinder Schools
What grades does Wayfinder Schools serve?
Wayfinder Schools serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Wayfinder Schools?
Wayfinder Schools has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayfinder Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Wayfinder Schools is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wayfinder Schools rank in ME?
Wayfinder Schools ranks #46 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is Wayfinder Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Wayfinder Schools 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 Wayfinder Schools a private school?
Yes, Wayfinder Schools 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 Wayfinder Schools a religious school?
No, Wayfinder Schools is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 10% M / 90% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Knox County
- Phone
- (207) 236-3000
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