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Best Portland Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 373 students in Portland, ME.

Portland, ME public charter school have an score of 90% (versus the Maine public charter schools of 89%).

Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Maine public charter school average of 10% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Charter Schools in Portland, ME (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences

Charter School

(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90% )
:

Top 20%

185 Lancaster Street
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 699-5500

Gr: 9-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

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Portland, Maine Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Nathan Clifford School (Closed 2012)

180 Falmouth St
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 874-8180

Gr: K-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%

West School (Closed 2023)

57 Douglas Street
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 874-8225

Gr: 1-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Portland, ME?

The top-ranked public charter schools in Portland, ME include Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences.

How many public charter schools are located in Portland?

1 public charter schools are located in Portland.

What is the racial composition of students in Portland?

Portland public charter schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Maine public charter schools average of 10% (majority Hispanic).