For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 373 students in 04101, ME.
The top ranked public charter school in 04101, ME is Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 04101 have an average math proficiency score of 90% (versus the Maine public charter school average of 85%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 89% statewide average). Charter schools in 04101, ME have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maine public charter schools.
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 04101, ME Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences
Charter School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
185 Lancaster Street
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 699-5500
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 699-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 373 students
04101, Maine Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
180 Falmouth St
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 874-8180
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 874-8180
Grades: K-5
| 311 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 04101, ME?
The top ranked public charter schools in 04101, ME include Baxter Academy For Tech & Sciences.
How many public charter schools are located in 04101?
1 public charter schools are located in 04101.
What is the racial composition of students in 04101?
04101 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).
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