Dylan Tooch
New Space Real Estate, LLC
(888) 618-7559
146 Total Sales
4 Near This School
$380K - $520K Price Range
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
29
Average GPA
3.62
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
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Average GPA
3.62
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
128
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Full Time Teachers
128
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Part Time Teachers
0
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1210
Math
610
Verbal
600
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Average ACT
29
Math
29
English
29
Reading
30
Science
29
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Number of AP Courses
26
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AP Pass Rate
73%
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Four-Year Matriculation Rate
94%
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Average
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Boys Athletic Participation
Average
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
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Male
53.7%
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Female
46.3%
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White
83%
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Asian
7.8%
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Hispanic
4.5%
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Black
3%
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Two or more races
1.6%
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Native American
<1%
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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
196 Students
University of Southern Maine
185 Students
Boston University
157 Students
University of New England
136 Students
University of New Hampshire
122 Students
Northeastern University
97 Students
New York University
87 Students
Bowdoin College
84 Students
Husson University
78 Students
Bates College
72 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
126 Students
Nursing
77 Students
Psychology
58 Students
Biology
56 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
40 Students
Finance
38 Students
Computer Science
37 Students
Education
34 Students
Marketing
33 Students
Pre-Law Studies
33 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/31/2026
School is very focused on athletics. Many different sports and clubs. I wish there was more talk about improving academics though.
3/23/2025
At Thornton Academy, I've had a great time although its biggest setback is the school being old. It needs some good cleaning and redesign on the facilities to help students learn and improve more.
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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Dylan Tooch
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Davian Akers
Davian Akers
Keller Williams Realty
(207) 544-4158
129 Total Sales
11 Near This School
$170K - $530K Price Range
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Elias Leland
Elias Leland
Coldwell Banker Realty
(207) 544-4351
114 Total Sales
39 Near This School
$127K - $775K Price Range
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Krista Lombardi
Krista Lombardi
New Space Real Estate, LLC
(207) 715-3846
214 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$430,000 Price
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Johnna Brown
Johnna Brown
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Realty One
(877) 793-9862
149 Total Sales
8 Near This School
$118K - $675K Price Range
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Ann Brannan
Ann Brannan
Coldwell Banker Realty
(207) 606-7260
22 Total Sales
3 Near This School
$90K - $450K Price Range
Map
List Price Range
$250K - $855K
Homes For Sale
34
Average Home Value
$483,792
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
1,578 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
54.0%
Homes for Sale
$600,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,160 Sq Ft
- 20 Pine St
- New 22 days ago
Perched directly above the river's edge on a unique island setting in the heart of Biddeford, this extraordinary waterfront property at 20 Pine Street offers breathtaking year-round panoramic river views from both floors and an impressive 57 feet of owned water frontage. Surrounded by the vibrant en...
Melinda Torrens
Epique Realty
(207) 407-9797
$529,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,644 Sq Ft
- 24 Sokokis Rd
- New 14 days ago
This home offers an unbeatable location just one block from the University of New England and east of Route 1, with Hills Beach only a short walk away. Lovingly maintained, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home features a spacious yard that's perfect for entertaining, along with an attached, insulated two-car...
Cathy Bame
Portside Real Estate Group
(833) 547-0255
$544,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,630 Sq Ft
- 5 Blaine St
- Unit 104
Eastern Landing Condos are 13 detached houses that abut the Eastern Trail in Saco. Close to Turnpike Exit, Shaw's, Downtown, and Thornton Academy. Healthy, energy efficient, new construction with full sprinkler system, energy recovery ventilators for fresh air, full radon system, and full blower tes...
Katherine Scamman
EXP Realty
(207) 806-2149
$1,670,000
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 7,863 Sq Ft
- 16 Ocean Greens Dr
Welcome to 16 Ocean Greens Drive in Saco; a rare offering that combines size, flexibility, and location in one of Southern Maine's most desirable coastal communities. This expansive home offers 7,863 total square feet, including 5,463 square feet above grade and an additional 2,400 square feet of fi...
Luke Morris
Real Broker
(207) 489-8962
$129,900
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 650 Sq Ft
- 27 Go Camping Way
- Unit 235
- New 2 days ago
There's still time to make the most of the 2026 camping season in this beautifully maintained 2020 Kropf Island park model at Old Orchard Campground. Thoughtfully designed and upgraded when new, this seasonal retreat is highlighted by a nearly 30-foot Florida Room that quickly becomes the favorite p...
Aaron Chadbourne
Demetria Real Estate
(207) 386-9615
$435,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 672 Sq Ft
- 10 9th St
Nestled a half mile from the iconic Old Orchard Beach shoreline, Pier, and Amtrak, this beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom, cottage-style house is perfect for anyone. Whether you are looking to buy your first home, an investment property, or a summer house, 10 Ninth St checks all the boxes. The home bo...
Scott Reiff Denise Reiff
Coldwell Banker Realty
(207) 802-7264
$364,900
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 870 Sq Ft
- 1 Saco Island Terrace
- Unit 205
- New 2 days ago
Positioned in the building's most coveted second-floor corner layout, Unit 205 frames breathtaking, multi-angle panoramic views of the rushing Saco River Falls.Experience the perfect balance of riverfront living, modern updates, and unbeatable convenience in this beautifully updated 2-bedroom co...
Johnna Brown
RE/MAX Realty One
(207) 579-0890
$799,972
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,724 Sq Ft
- 19 Free St
OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY AUGUST 1st, 10A.M. -12. HUGE PRICE REDUCTION. Exceptional opportunity to own two well-maintained buildings on a single deeded lot in Biddeford. The primary residence at 19 Free Street is a raised ranch offering comfortable living space along with an impressive heated four-ca...
Marc Cardullo
Freedom Realty
(833) 385-3916
$499,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,528 Sq Ft
- 50 Ocean Park Rd
- Unit 101
Like New! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse features a desirable reverse floor plan with a bright and inviting open layout and flexible living space on both levels. A full basement offers excellent storage or finishing potential, and the attached 1-car garage adds everyday convenience. Thoug...
Patrick Donahue
Great Atlantic Realty Group
(207) 401-7631
$289,900
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 960 Sq Ft
- 1 Village Green Dr
- Unit 5
Looking for a quiet, simple, low-maintenance lifestyle? This cozy first-floor 2-bedroom condo w/ 1 car garage, in a small 7-unit association is a rare find. Offering 960 SF of comfortable living space, with beautiful natural sunlight, fresh paint, new carpet, updated electric heat, and a renovated f...
Roslind Anton
EXP Realty
(207) 386-4701
$925,000
- 5 Baths
- 5,524 Sq Ft
- 79 Hill St
- New 4 days ago
Turnkey 5-Unit Investment with Strong Cash Flow in One of Southern Maine's Fastest-Growing Markets An outstanding opportunity to acquire a fully occupied 5-unit multifamily property in the heart of downtown Biddeford. Producing $8,995 per month ($107,940 annually) in gross rental income, this proper...
Michael Hamilton
Keller Williams Realty
(207) 386-9827
$899,900
- 5 Baths
- 3,853 Sq Ft
- 11 King St
Turnkey solid 5 unit investment property 100% leased with stable rental history and nothing to do but make money! Just minutes from revitalized downtown area and newly renovated mill building and all the hottest new restaurants and bars with many updates in last several years.
Danielle Lape
Kre Brokerage Group
(207) 742-2506
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
$1,995 - $2,360 per month
- Lofts on the Levee
- Studio - 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 376+ Sq Ft
- 1 Upper Falls Rd
- Biddeford, ME
$1,095 - $1,310 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 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 3.62, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $483,792. 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.