Waynflete (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Waynflete

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360 Spring St
Portland, ME 04102

Tel: (207) 274-5224

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Waynflete Photo #1 - Upper School Campus

Waynflete School is a co-educational, private day school enrolling 580+ students in Preschool through Grade 12. Waynflete offers challenging academics in a supportive environment

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked ME School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 581 students
Yearly Tuition: $35,365
Acceptance rate: 53%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 10 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Waynflete ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Year Founded

1898

Student Body

Total Students

581 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 16%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

71 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

65%

Average Class Size

11 students

List of Courses Offered

AP/Advanced Courses

Numerous college-level electivesVarious English Intensive Courses

Various Science Intensive Courses

Average SAT score

1278

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 10 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$35,365

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Tuition Notes

Preschool starts at $12,040. For Middle and Upper School is $36,710

% on Financial Aid

39%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$22,351

Acceptance Rate

53%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Lynne Breen

Admissions Associate

Lauren Nivison

Application URL

Endowment Size

$24.44 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

LacrosseNordic Skiing

SailingSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Debate TeamRobotics Team

See Middle School activities: https://www.waynflete.org/middle-school/outside-the-classroomSee Upper School Activities: https://www.waynflete.org/upper-school/outside-the-classroom

Arts and Music Programs:

https://www.waynflete.org/arts

School Notes

Waynflete School is a place of active learning-of collaboration and individual inquiry. It is a place where it is safe to make mistakes and possible to make a difference. It is a place to preserve childhood and prepare for adulthood- where rigorous expectations and playful habits of mind are equally important. It is a place where students of all ages find joy in learning, and come to embrace it as a lifelong pursuit.

To see videos of school in action visit:https://www.waynflete.org/admission/video-gallery

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Waynflete cost?

Waynflete's tuition is approximately $35,365 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Waynflete?

The acceptance rate of Waynflete is 53%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. Waynflete's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Maine with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Waynflete offer?

Waynflete offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming and Tennis.

What is Waynflete's ranking?

Waynflete ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maine for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Waynflete?

The application deadline for Waynflete is Feb. 10 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 10 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Waynflete located?

Waynflete is located in the West End neighborhood of Portland, ME.

School Calendar

View the Waynflete below. Note key dates such as:

Event

Date

Fall Break--Offices Closed

October 12, 2026 (Monday)

Admissions Middle and Upper School Open Campus

November 01, 2026 (Sunday)

Admissions Lower School Open House

November 01, 2026 (Sunday)

SNOW DATE: Admissions Middle and Upper School Open Campus

November 08, 2026 (Sunday)

SNOW DATE: Admissions Lower School Open House

November 08, 2026 (Sunday)

School Reviews

5 4/20/2023

I've loved working at Waynflete for the past year. It's been a great experience working alongside some truly dedicated individuals.

- Posted by Administrator - Anonymous

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked ME School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 581 students
Yearly Tuition: $35,365
Acceptance rate: 53%
Average class size: 11 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 10 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cumberland County, ME is $20,081 for elementary schools and $26,704 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cumberland County, ME is 72% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).