For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 blue ribbon private school serving 186 students in Maine.
The top ranked blue ribbon private school in Maine is Mount Merici Academy.
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this and .
Top Ranked Maine Blue Ribbon ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
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Mount Merici Academy![Mount Merici Academy Photo - Mount Merici Academy, an Ursuline school, is dedicated to nurturing the whole child- mind, body, and spirit- providing love and guidance so that students can achieve their personal best.In partnership with families, our mission is to instill values of respect, responsibility and self-discipline, teaching students in the Ursuline Serviam tradition of service to our community and the world.]( "Mount Merici Academy Photo - Mount Merici Academy, an Ursuline school, is dedicated to nurturing the whole child- mind, body, and spirit- providing love and guidance so that students can achieve their personal best.In partnership with families, our mission is to instill values of respect, responsibility and self-discipline, teaching students in the Ursuline Serviam tradition of service to our community and the world.")
(Catholic)
18 Mount Merici Avenue
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-3773
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 873-3773
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Maine?
The top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Maine is Mount Merici Academy.
How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Maine?
1 blue ribbon private schools are located in Maine.
What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Maine?
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Maine are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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