John Bapst Memorial High School, established in 1928, is a highly-regarded coeducational, nonsectarian, independent, 100% college preparatory boarding and day school for grades 9-12. Located in the safe, small city of Bangor, Maine, within walking distance of downtown, the school serves 90% day students from 35 Maine towns and cities and 10% boarding students from various countries living on campus and homestay.
The school was consistently ranked #1 in northern New England by the Washington Post and has been recognized as an AP Platinum School in the US and Canada.
Many of our graduates are studying at IVY League and top prestigious universities and colleges.
A John Bapst student is a well-educated global citizen, ready for exciting college and career opportunities.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $12,500
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
John Bapst Memorial High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 276 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1928
1907
Campus Size
7 acres
130 acres
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
Student Body
Enrollment
500 students
320 students
% Students of Color
10%
27%
% International Students
10%
20%
% Students 51勛圖厙
10%
66%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Average Class Size
16 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
26
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
72%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Enrollment Management Association (EMA)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Enrollment Management Association (EMA)
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
26
18
Courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(51勛圖厙 Students)
(51勛圖厙 Students)
n/a
$69,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$12,500
$38,970
Tuition international students
$54,700
$58,300
Admissions
Director of Admissions
Louisa Deng
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
20
17
School Notes
- John Bapst boasts a strong academic reputation, evidenced by its consistent #1 ranking in northern New England by the Washington Post (2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018) and its recognition as an AP Platinum School in the US and Canada for 3 consecutive years since the College Board started the ranking in 2023. Accredited by NEASC and a member of several prestigious associations (NAIS, iTEP, TABS, AISNE, SBSA, EMA), the school offers a challenging curriculum with 26 AP courses and 22 honors courses, along with ESL support and individualized scheduling catering to interests in arts, music, drama, business, and economics. A capstone program is also available for distinguished graduates. The school fosters a caring community supported by 49 teachers, 2 experienced college counselors, and 10 on-campus houseparents (primarily faculty). Every is invited to access the school counseling office for immediate or scheduled academic, social, or emotional needs in addition to free college consultation. Teachers and NHS students offer free academic assistance before and after school. This environment, combined with a wide array of sports and extracurricular activities, prepares graduates for top universities worldwide, including Ivy League institutions and other highly-ranked global universities, including Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Penn, MIT, Brown, Dartmouth, McGill, Johns Hopkins, Chicago, Northwestern, Carnegie Mellon, Georgia Tech, UC-Berkley, Emory, Washington University in St. Louis, UCLA etc. The strong art and music programs have also successfully placed graduates in renowned art and music colleges such as Pratt, Parsons, Fashion Technology Institute, Rhode Island School of Design, the Art Institute of Chicago, Berklee College of Music and Los Angeles College of Music. Beyond academics, John Bapst emphasizes student involvement in American school life through sports, band, musicals, community service (Key Club), and student-run publications and clubs (Model UN, Yearbook, newspaper, art). The school has a robust STEM program, particularly in robotics, engineering, and programming. International students actively participate in various academic teams (math team and robotics) and athletic teams. Students benefit from the balance of urban and rural environments of the school , which is a few minutes' walk or drive to urban amenities (restaurants, cafes, shopping, movies, entertainment venues) and has easy access to outdoor activities (hiking, water sports, skiing, Acadia National Park) . The Bangor International Airport, with direct flights to major cities like New York, DC, Philadelphia, and Chicago, and bus lines to Boston provide convenient travel options for all students, especially international students. Ultimately, John Bapst aims to cultivate well-educated global citizens ready for future academic and professional success.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does John Bapst Memorial High School cost?
John Bapst Memorial High School's tuition is approximately $12,500 for day students.
What sports does John Bapst Memorial High School offer?
John Bapst Memorial High School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Baseball, Cheering, Cross Country Running, Diving, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Track and Field.
What is John Bapst Memorial High School's ranking?
John Bapst Memorial High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for John Bapst Memorial High School?
The application deadline for John Bapst Memorial High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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