Kathleen McClelland
Portside Real Estate Group
(207) 808-7299
75 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$510,000 Price
Thornton Academy
1,519
Students
B+
School Details
Head of School
Rene Menard
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
31
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$15,970
Boarding Program
Offers Boarding
Niche Grade
A-
C+
B
B+
A-
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
128
Full Time Teachers
128
Part Time Teachers
0
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
610
Verbal
600
Average ACT
31
Math
30
English
31
Reading
32
Science
31
Number of AP Courses
26
AP Pass Rate
73%
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
94%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
53.7%
Female
46.3%
White
83%
Asian
7.8%
Hispanic
4.5%
Black
3%
Two or more races
1.6%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Maine
191 Students
University of Southern Maine
182 Students
Boston University
146 Students
University of New England
126 Students
University of New Hampshire
115 Students
Bowdoin College
84 Students
Northeastern University
81 Students
Husson University
79 Students
New York University
75 Students
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
71 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
122 Students
Nursing
73 Students
Biology
57 Students
Psychology
48 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
42 Students
Computer Science
37 Students
Finance
36 Students
Education
35 Students
Marketing
32 Students
Political Science and Government
31 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/27/2025
I loved going to Thornton Academy, I enjoyed going to class, sports, and events. I only thing id want to see change is how much parking there is.
12/27/2024
The best part of Thornton Academy is the community while the worst part is the timing of classes. I think there should be more than five minutes between each class personally. I would like to see a change in timing even if students have to start school earlier.
11/20/2024
My experience at Thornton Academy was pretty decent, I do not necessarily have any complaints. All of my teachers have been helpful and supportive. The honors and AP curriculum is high and well executed. Sports is big at out school. I'm a big fan of our arts department as well.
GreatSchools Reviews
5/22/2024
This is the best school I have ever been to, the teachers and students are so nice and I definitely recommend you have your kid or friends kids go here. I went to saco middle school and the teachers were not nice at all. The only nice people were in the office and the principal and the assistant pri...
9/24/2023
Great family oriented school! Definitely taught me a lot that I needed to know
4/20/2017
Thornton Academy is an independent school that educates 6-12th grade learners who are respectful, responsible, compassionate, and invested. Founded in 1811, our community takes pride in carrying on our strong sense of tradition. Supportive of diverse ideas, cultures, and ambitions, our co-educationa...
1/3/2017
TA has shared with me a warm, welcoming community and lots of great classes, clubs and sports--especially sociology and tennis! The people are nice and I absolutely love being on campus.
Agents Specializing Near This School
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Kathleen McClelland
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Nicholas Dambrie
Nicholas Dambrie
Keller Williams Realty
(207) 387-9614
164 Total Sales
5 Near This School
$325K - $673K Price Range
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Amy Bergen
Amy Bergen
Meservier & Associates
(207) 275-6325
156 Total Sales
2 Near This School
$335K - $550K Price Range
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Aaron Kollmeyer
Aaron Kollmeyer
Coldwell Banker Realty
(508) 452-6045
68 Total Sales
11 Near This School
$31K - $555K Price Range
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Kristin Rofe
Kristin Rofe
Dream Home Realty LLC
(207) 515-8417
70 Total Sales
3 Near This School
$325K - $850K Price Range
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Jonathon Stinson
Jonathon Stinson
Keller Williams Realty
(207) 707-6378
55 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$582,000 Price
Map
List Price Range
$249K - $874K
Homes For Sale
14
Average Home Value
$479,528
Median Lot Size
11,325 Sq Ft
% Renters
40%
Average Household Income
$108,659
% of College Grads
38.5%
Median Age
43
Average House Size
1,574 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
54.4%
Homes for Sale
$115,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 399 Sq Ft
- 3 Old Orchard Rd
- Unit 48
Welcome to Sun Retreats Old Orchard Beach Resort, one of Old Orchard Beach's most sought-after seasonal communities! This 1-bedroom, 1-bath park model with a spacious loft offers comfort, and convenience, and has that perfect coastal getaway feel! Enjoy open-concept living with a bright kitchen and ...
Scott Reiff Denise Reiff
Coldwell Banker Realty
(207) 605-5495
$575,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,316 Sq Ft
- 163 Temple Ave
- Unit 163
Whether you're looking for a comfortable year-round home or a summer getaway, look no further - welcome to 163 Temple Ave, a modern home with single-level living, less than a mile from the beach! The convenient 3 bedroom / 2 bath layout features a kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel...
Lauren Klimoff
U&R Real Estate
(207) 386-8982
$575,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,316 Sq Ft
- 163 Temple Ave
Whether you're looking for a comfortable year-round home or a summer getaway, look no further - welcome to 163 Temple Ave, a modern home with single-level living, less than a mile from the beach! The convenient 3 bedroom / 2 bath layout features a kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel...
Lauren Klimoff
U&R Real Estate
(207) 630-2542
$975,000
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,395 Sq Ft
- 16 Union Ave
Beautifully updated multi-family home just six houses from the beach in the heart of Old Orchard Beach! This fully furnished, turnkey property offers two spacious units: Unit A on the first floor features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, while Unit B upstairs offers 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Recent renov...
Donnie Crowell
LAER
(207) 501-8700
$640,000
- 3 Baths
- 2,566 Sq Ft
- 242 Lincoln St
3-units near the Saco river with 2-car garage, shed, and ample parking. The airy top-floor 4BR features a sunny screened porch, laundry, and dual entrances. First-floor units offer cozy living, one with its own porch. Just minutes to beaches, and nature trails.
Sarem Al-Shawk
Maine Real Estate Co
(207) 386-9848
$159,000
- Land
- 1.83 Acre Lot
- 91 B Broadturn Rd
- New 13 days ago
This 1.83 acre lot, located on a quiet private road, offers both privacy and convenience. Tucked within a woodland setting and adjacent to the Maine Turnpike, this property provides easy access to all the amenities Scarborough has to offer while being surrounded by nature. Abutting over 35 acres of ...
David Banks
RE/MAX By The Bay
(207) 386-3272
$2,265,000
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 4,026 Sq Ft
- 38 Pine Ridge Rd
Regular visitors include deer, owls, and egrets. It feels like you're watching your own private wildlife preserve. This rare 4.32-acre property sits on the Saco River at the end of a quiet neighborhood. The land stretches 400 feet along the river, offering expansive views from almost every room in t...
Roz Anton
EXP Realty
(207) 419-5933
$349,000
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,062 Sq Ft
- 1 Saco Island Terrace
- Unit 331
- New 1 day ago
Perched in the iconic, beautifully converted brick mill, this extensively renovated two-bedroom condo delivers a rare combination: timeless industrial character paired with a completely modern interior, all against the backdrop of the Saco River. Step inside to a beautifully finished space that's re...
Roz Anton
EXP Realty
(207) 536-6269
$118,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 399 Sq Ft
- 3 Old Orchard Rd
- Unit 7
Your ideal seasonal coastal getaway in Old Orchard Beach awaits! This park model offers modern comfort, thoughtful design, and a prime location just minutes from miles of sandy shoreline, the pier, golf, and local dining. Open May 1st to October 12th, this one-bedroom, one-bath retreat also features...
Johnna Brown
RE/MAX Realty One
(207) 598-4705
$199,000
- Land
- 2.12 Acre Lot
- 8 Digital Dr
Opportunity for industrial lot with easy access to Route 1 and turnpike. Many possibilities for this vacant lot. Buyers encouraged to verify industrial uses with the City of Biddeford.
Karen Schlegel
Schlegel Realty
(207) 349-4772
$699,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,640 Sq Ft
- 66 Graham St
Meticulously maintained and updated 1925 colonial set on a double lot in a highly walkable location just minutes from downtown Biddeford. What truly distinguishes this property is the additional lot with frontage on Green Street, presenting a compelling opportunity for a town-approved future multi-u...
Abigail Douris
Abigail Douris Real EstateLLC
(207) 492-7257
$93,900
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 800 Sq Ft
- 1 Seacoast Ln
- Unit 126
- New 2 days ago
Enjoy summer the way it's meant to be at Seacoast Resort in Old Orchard Beach! Welcome to Unit #126, a desirable end-unit 3-bedroom, 1-bath park model designed for easy seasonal living and entertaining. One of the few units in the park featuring its own private hot tub, this property stands out for ...
Aaron Kollmeyer
Coldwell Banker Realty
(207) 521-8435
Homes for Rent
$1,900 - $2,600 per month
- Cloverleaf Apartments
- Studio - 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 497+ Sq Ft
- 5-7 Merrill Dr
- Saco, ME
$3,000 per month
- Cascade Falls Apartments
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,220 Sq Ft
- 14 Community Dr
- Unit 202
- Saco, ME
$1,895 - $3,195 per month
- Lofts on the Levee
- Studio - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 422+ Sq Ft
- 1 Upper Falls Rd
- Biddeford, ME
$1,095 - $1,400 per month
- Riverview Falls Apartments
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 788+ Sq Ft
- 40 Water St
- Saco, ME
Additional Schools in the Area
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Biddeford Dog Park
Pepperell Park
- Playground
Rotary Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Boating
- Disc Golf
Jubilee Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Saco Dog Park
- Dog Park
Memorial Recreation Fields
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Playground
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
North Saco
Large lots surrounded by nature about 17 miles from Portland
Downtown Biddeford
Former mill town in Maine weaving a brighter future on the Saco River
Old Orchard Beach
Historic beach resort town in coastal New England
Downtown Saco
Local shops and restaurants on the banks of Saco River 20 miles south of Portland
Bay View
An understated neighborhood on the shore of Southern Maine
Kinney Shores
A New England seaside community that's both secluded and centrally located
Thornton Academy is a private school for students in grades 6-12 located at 438 Main St in Saco, ME. Annual tuition is $15,970. The school has a total enrollment of 1,519 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Thornton Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 31. The average home value in this area is $479,528. Discover additional schools in the area, like Biddeford High School, Old Orchard Beach High School, Florence Lombard Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Saco has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Thornton Academy.