Tuiton-Free Public High School — Portland, ME
Your Future Starts at
Baxter Academy
A STEM-focused, college-preparatory school open to all Maine students. Inquiry-based learning. Real-world problem solving. Join us.
What makes Baxter different?
Students here don't just study the world, they work in it.
STEM Curriculum
Real-world problem solving paired with a humanities program that connects ideas across disciplines and cultivates strong communication skills.
Dynamic Faculty
Creative, dedicated teachers who meet students where they are and challenge them to drive their own education.
Flex Friday
Weekly experiential learning where students pursue self-directed projects, collaborate on teams, and build skills that go well beyond the classroom.
Industry Network
Job shadows, industry tours, internships, and real-world inquiries that connect students to professionals regularly beyond the classroom.
Post-Graduation Planning
A full support system to help every student build a plan, whether that's college, a trade program, starting a business, or entering the workforce.
Open House
Thursday, May 14th at 4:30 PM
Join us on Thursday, May 14th for a prospective family open house at Baxter Academy. Staff and students will be on hand to answer your questions and give you a real look at what makes Baxter different. Families who haven't yet visited will have the chance to tour our building. Come see for yourself why Baxter students say the real world starts here.
RSVP FOR THE Open House
Baxter Bound:
A Freshman Experience
Baxter Bound is a pilot program for incoming 9th-graders who are seeking an alternative. It’s a hybrid freshman experience, four days a week learning from home through live, online classes. One day a week of in-person hands-on learning at our Portland campus.
Learn More About Baxter Bound
Schedule a Visit
Join members of our Enrollment team and Baxter Academy Student Ambassadors on a campus tour. Tours will be offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays after school. Tours run 45 minutes on average. If none of the regularly scheduled times work for your family, please contact Tyler at admissions@baxter-academy.org. Call with questions at 207-699-5500 ext 409.
Schedule Your visit today
To Apply:
Complete our online application. Admission is by lottery with no test scores or grades required. Seats are currently available for grades 9, 10, and 11.
Want to know more?
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our Enrollment Manager Tyler Beaulieu:
Email: admissions@baxter-academy.org
Phone: (207) 699-5500 ext 409