John Bapst Memorial High School in Bangor, ME - Niche
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John Bapst Memorial High School
  • Private, Boarding
  • BANGOR, ME
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John Bapst Memorial High School

#1 in Best Private High Schools in Penobscot County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Boarding
  • 9-12
  • BANGOR, ME
  • 208 reviews
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    A
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A minus
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Sports
      A minus
    johnbapst.org
    (207) 947-0313
    100 BROADWAY
    BANGOR, ME 04401
    About John Bapst Memorial High School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $75
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    None

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $52,900
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
    $52,900
    Received Financial Aid
    90%
    Average Financial Aid
    From John Bapst Memorial High School

    John Bapst is a gem of a school nestled into Bangor, Maine. 90% of our students are from Maine, 10% are from other countries. 100% of them are ambitious and talented. They love school and we love working with them! We have an extensive college-prep curriculum that opens doors at top universities in the US and around the World. We are known for our ability to individualize a student's progress through school so they can pursue their passions to a high level. We offer many independent study options and many opportunities for outside work and research: whether it is Field Biology in the Gulf of Maine, published research on variable stars, focused independent work in robotics and computer science, or independent work in art and the humanities.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1280
    196 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    12 responses
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    Individualized Excellence

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    John Bapst has a fantastic academic program. In addition to it's wide college prep course list, we are known for our ability to individualize students' academic program. Students are assisted in conducting independent work outside of school to pursue their passions in Science, Art, Music and the Humanities.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    88%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 32 responses
    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 32 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 65 responses
    • Homecoming week & football!
      23%
    • Homecoming, Prom, Semi
      20%
    • Spirit Week
      17%
    • School concerts, plays, musicals
      15%
    • Homecoming
      12%
    • Pep rallies
      8%
    • Cyber Defense Competitions
      3%

    Boarding

    Students Boarding
    15%
    Boarding Days Per Week
    5-day, 7-day
    Top Countries
    China, Viet Nam, Italy, Germany, Spain
    International Boarding Students
    90%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    487
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 33 responses
    97%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 33 responses
    64%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 33 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    88%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 40 responses
    Poll
    90%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 40 responses
    Poll
    95%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 40 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Boys Athletic Participation
    90%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 29 responses
    69%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 29 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 29 responses

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