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The New School
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  • Private
  • KENNEBUNK, ME
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Private School

The New School

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    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
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    2. Diversity
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    3. Teachers
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    4. College Prep
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    5. Clubs & Activities
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    6. Sports
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    About

    38 YORK ST
    KENNEBUNK, ME 04043
    About The New School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $35
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    None

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $12,800
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    25%
    Average Financial Aid
    $5,500

    From The New School

    Established in 2000, The New School is situated in the picturesque town of Kennebunk, Maine. Our independent microschool stands as a beacon for alternative, student-centric education. Set against the backdrop of natural beauty, and yet conveniently accessible from downtown Kennebunk, our small high school offers an atmosphere that is not just conducive to academic achievement but also personal growth.

    Here, we embrace a pedagogy that prizes flexibility, understanding that every student brings their own unique learning style to the table. Rather than adopting a "one-size-fits-all" approach, we empower our students to be active contributors to their educational journey, making room for experiential learning that defies the four walls of a traditional classroom. Our alumni, therefore, are not just successful individuals but change-makers who contribute positively to society.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
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    Average ACT
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    Culture & Safety

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    Students

    Diversity
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    Students
    30
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    5:1
    National
    17:1
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
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    Living in the Area

    grade B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Cost of Living
      grade C+
    2. Good for Families
      grade B
    3. Housing
      grade C
    Median Household Income
    $73,856
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,090
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $278,900
    National
    $244,900

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