2021 Best STEM High Schools in the Portland, ME Area

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Falmouth High School
Falmouth Public Schools, ME
9-12
Rating 4.11 out of 5 76 reviews
#2 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Alum: I moved to Falmouth, Maine in middle school. I could not have been happier, I had joined a sport so that helped to make friends very quickly. Everyone in the Falmouth community is so open and nice. The school system is top shelf, nothing was wrong with the school except for the diversity. Not many students of color were attending Falmouth. Other than that, Falmouth school systems really want to help you succeed in achieving what you want. In the future, I plan on having my kids put through the Falmouth school system. I also have loved every part of living in Falmouth.
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grade A+
Overall Niche Grade
687 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Cape Elizabeth High School
Cape Elizabeth Public Schools, ME
9-12
Rating 3.66 out of 5 77 reviews
#3 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Senior: Both of my parents and all of their siblings went to CEHS, and my brother, my cousins, and I followed. For my personal experience, CEHS has been a great high school experience, despite all the stereotypes about my town. It’s a gorgeous, coastal town with lots of big houses, so you’d assume that all the kids are stuck-up, rich, spoiled brats, but everyone is friendly and kind!
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grade A+
Overall Niche Grade
533 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Yarmouth High School
Yarmouth Schools, ME
9-12
Rating 4.04 out of 5 135 reviews
#4 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Senior: For parents and students who want a quality education and one that helps you get to college, Yarmouth H.S. Is it. The AP track will set you up for success. You need to be diligent and focused, but you’ll have options for colleges after graduation!
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grade A+
Overall Niche Grade
540 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Greely High School
Regional School Unit No. 51 (MSAD 51), ME
9-12
Rating 3.77 out of 5 154 reviews
#5 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Alum: Great college preparatory program - plenty of class opportunities to start knocking down first & second semester freshman pre-req courses while in high school. Graduated top 20% and was accepted by the schools to which I applied (large out of state research universities) and received significant Merit scholarships to all but one. I do feel more should be done when leveling grades for course difficulty across IB, AP, USM College, and the “standard” track - especially as class placement plays an important part in some admission processes. That said importance of course selection becomes self-evident rather quickly, transferring in with almost a years worth of credits ($$$) although I end up did retaking a core course or two out of concern for transferability of AP courses when moving on to Graduate School in a few years.
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grade A
Overall Niche Grade
667 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Kennebunk High School
Regional School Unit No. 21 (MSAD 21), ME
9-12
Rating 3.43 out of 5 114 reviews
#6 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Senior: Kennebunk high school has offered me the best four years of my education. From supportive teachers to interesting classes, there's something for everyone here. Students are able to excel at their choice of an IB or AP curriculum, allowing students who may not fit a standard role of education to succeed and learn in their own comfort. The school was renovated in 2017 giving the students access to state of the art facilities to help with anything from engineering to studio art. The guidance counselors are incredibly supportive throughout the college process, giving Kennebunk the privilege of having sent students nearly every year to Ivy League schools, pursuing majors to change their world. I could not have imagined a better place to learn and grow.
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grade A minus
Overall Niche Grade
718 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Scarborough High School
Scarborough Public Schools, ME
9-12
Rating 3.92 out of 5 182 reviews
#8 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Junior: Scarborough High School is an excellent place to receive an education. Most teachers are extremely committed to their students success in terms of education and overall well-being. Furthermore, there are a variety of sports and activities. One of the great things about this school is that if there isn’t something that suits you, it is very easy to create your own club, group, sports, etc. The environment is overall welcoming. One of the downfalls to the high school is the staff to help with the college search and application process. There is one person who simply is too overworked to be really invested to helping the students in what they need to do to move on beyond high school, which is frustrating. Despite the small things, Scarborough is an optimal environment for a student to flourish
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grade A
Overall Niche Grade
1,002 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Brunswick High School
Brunswick Public Schools, ME
9-12
Rating 3.92 out of 5 148 reviews
#9 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Senior: I moved to Brunswick High school after a very bad experience at my past school. The staff and students welcomed me in with open arms. I felt safe, comforted, wanted, and loves. The teachers checked up on me, would ask me about my transition, and get to know me. They genuinely care about their students. The environment that the staff fostered also set a great example for the students. So many kids tried to get to know me, showed me around, and were very nice and kind. After the pandemic happened only about a month after I started school, I found the same type of response and treatments from the staff and students. We had to switch to online learning which was very difficult and such an abstract concept. The teachers were very understanding, not giving us too much work to handle. They were also very helpful. Almost all of my teachers offered extra help times where we could log onto a meeting and get face to face help with any of our work or concepts that were difficult.
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grade A
Overall Niche Grade
724 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Freeport High School
Regional School Unit No. 05 (MSAD 05), ME
9-12
Rating 3.53 out of 5 159 reviews
#10 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Sophomore: I will be frank— high school has been amazing, in large part due to the amazing staff, from teachers to administration. When I came to Freeport, I had been homeschooled my whole life— I feared adjusting would be a difficult matter. Never had I been more wrong. Every teacher, guidance counsellor, and adult did an amazing job welcoming me into the Freeport community. The sheer number of clubs and activities (from D&D to Latin Club to Model UN) is astounding, and each one adds to the school's environment in a unique way. All in all, my experience at Freeport has been top-notch.
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grade B+
Overall Niche Grade
582 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Portland High School
Portland Public Schools, ME
9-12
Rating 3.79 out of 5 129 reviews
#12 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Parent: My daughter transferred to PHS from a neighboring school. We regret that she transferred and didn’t just start at PHS from the start! She experienced supportive, knowledgeable educators, a welcoming peer group, and valuable experience in an urban setting. She is so much better prepared for a comprehensive college experience.
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grade A minus
Overall Niche Grade
774 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Baxter Academy for Tech & Sciences
Public School
Portland, ME
9-12
Rating 3.63 out of 5 54 reviews
#13 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Senior: Not only do I get encouragement from all the staff and teachers, but I am surrounded by many motivated intellectuals who encourage me to do my best. The classes are set up so that we are challenged and have hands-on experiences. The teachers are always happy to help. The students are encouraged to think outside the box and solve problems. We dedicate 20% of our school year (Every Friday) on a project that we choose. Some people will do internships, start school clubs, plan abroad trips, etc. This is a great encouragement for students to solve problems on their own or with groups. It teaches teamwork, problem-solving, and encourages students to think independently.
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grade B+
Overall Niche Grade
404 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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South Portland High School
South Portland Public Schools, ME
9-12
Rating 3.59 out of 5 147 reviews
#14 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Senior: As someone who has been to about eight or nine different schools, SOPO is among the best. The class selection is astounding and the number of electives is truly something to be amazed by. The opportunity presented through electives is truly a beautiful thing—I’ve learned woodworking, film photography, multiple types of art forms, psychology, anatomy, creative writing, animation/game design, and many other classes I never thought I’d be able to take in High School. Our students are ambitious and have brought forth many changes over the years, such as changing the grading system to something that was unfair and predictive instead of reflective to a system that was more realistic to the real world through respectful protest and discussion. This school is pretty great in comparison to others around the country.
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grade B+
Overall Niche Grade
905 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Casco Bay High School
Portland Public Schools, ME
9-12
Rating 4.26 out of 5 53 reviews
#15 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Alum: This school is unique. The teachers truly cared about students and set up the courses so that you feel you are truly using the content you learn. Varied expeditions offer opportunities for students with diverse interests to take a lead and make a change. The classes have focused on presentations, essay writing and group work in particular, and that way the classes are taught make it feel more like a group effort to learn, guided by the teacher, as opposed to a boring lecture where you have to memorize random stuff. The aspect of community is unrivaled at any other school, the school is diverse, and students of different backgrounds are put into the same classes and learn to lead together and become more accepting. There are many extracurriculars worth spending your time on, and the charismatic and exceptional principal, Derek Pierce, leads and creates an amazing atmosphere in the school.
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grade A
Overall Niche Grade
390 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Deering High School
Portland Public Schools, ME
9-12
Rating 3.86 out of 5 105 reviews
#16 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Senior: Deering has been the most diverse school I have been to with a range of cultures from east Asia, the Middle East, north and west Africa, and much of Central America. This diversity allows for all students to experience our differences culturally and appreciate one another. You see diversity academically as well with a wide range of subjects and clubs that contain educational tools. Deering has a lot of stem programs such as the science fair and girls who code, while also allowing students who are more interested in humanities go more in depth in their interests. We have debate club, mock trial, student government, and more! Deering also allows students to start their own club of whatever they like as long as they have enough participants. Deering truly allows students to deepen their interests and explore different paths they’d want to take in college and later in their career.
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grade B+
Overall Niche Grade
939 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Morse High School
Regional School Unit No. 01 (MSAD 01), ME
9-12
Rating 3.73 out of 5 147 reviews
#17 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Senior: The community at Morse High School is what can only be described as a mixed bag. A majority of the teachers are talented in their occupation, and by the end of your high school experience they feel just as much like friends as they do advisors. That being said, a few lack expertise in their subject and the skills to properly engage the student body. Said student body includes some of the most wholesome and intelligent students you could ever meet, to a populace of rude, crude, and unmotivated individuals. Morse High School is all what you make it, a student willing to excel in the classrooms here will, but a student who isn't willing to pick up a pencil will find it much harder to receive a quality education.
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grade B
Overall Niche Grade
574 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Mt. Ararat High School
Regional School Unit No. 75 (MSAD 75), ME
9-12
Rating 3.51 out of 5 178 reviews
#18 Best High Schools for STEM in Portland, ME Area
Alum: Mt. Ararat High School was a great place to learn. While the old building had its pitfalls, the teachers were hidden gems. They were supportive of all their students, and they truly went above and beyond for me in particular. My Honors Chemistry teacher helped through a tough year when I took AP Chemistry online. She made herself available to me to work through labs, worksheets, and any questions I had, even on Friday afternoons when everyone was itching to get home. While Mt. Ararat High School has its shortcomings (like any other stereotypical American high school), the teachers are one-of-a-kind and they are the primary reason I've done so well in college. I wouldn't be where I am now without the support and quality of education I received at MTA.
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grade B
Overall Niche Grade
729 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Burgundy Farm Country Day School
Private School
Alexandria, VA
PK, K-8
Rating 5 out of 5 10 reviews
Parent: My husband and I wanted an inclusive school that would be an extension of our family, and we found that in the Burgundy Community. We made the decision to send my son to Burgundy in JK and looking back now as he is in the midst of 2nd grade, choosing Burgundy was the best decision. Burgundy is a nurturing community that fosters the whole child, ensuring life long learners. Burgundy leans into a child's individual character and ensures every child is heard and has a voice. My son loves Burgundy and is thriving. I know without a doubt that Burgundy will lay the foundation for my son's continued success, not only in his future academic pursuits, but in life as a whole!
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262 Students
6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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