Graham Lake School in Ellsworth, ME, provides intensive therapeutic care and education for students with mental health needs
Graham Lake School, a part of KidsPeace New England, is a specialized private school in Ellsworth, ME, specifically designed to support the behavioral and mental health needs of children, preadolescents, and teens. The school provides a highly supportive, therapeutic environment for students facing crisis, integrating accredited educational services with intensive clinical care.
The school offers a small, focused learning environment with an average class size of 12 and 11 teaching staff members. This structure is ideal for students with disabilities or significant behavioral and mental health challenges who require a low-ratio, highly supervised setting. As part of the KidsPeace network, students benefit from access to integrated services, including specialized residential treatment programs and community-based care, ensuring a holistic approach to both academic and emotional development.
Accredited by The Joint Commission and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Graham Lake School maintains rigorous standards for both clinical care and academic instruction. The school is nonsectarian and operates on a rolling admissions basis. Families seeking specialized placement or intensive residential services can contact the school directly at (207) 669-0909.
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1882 |
| Total Students | 38 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 11 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | Inquire with school |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 8 |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |