Private Schools in Van Buren, Maine

MSSM is Maine's premier public magnet high school for science and mathematics, serving students from across the state including the Van Buren area. As a residential school, it offers rigorous STEM-focused education with advanced placement courses, research opportunities, and college-level coursework. The school consistently ranks among the top high schools nationally and provides comprehensive residential life programs alongside exceptional academic preparation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Caribou Catholic School has served Aroostook County families for generations, providing a comprehensive faith-based education from Pre-K through 8th grade. The school offers small class sizes, individualized attention, and a strong academic foundation integrated with Catholic values and traditions. Located approximately 30 minutes from Van Buren, the school serves families throughout the region with a well-rounded curriculum that includes music, art, and technology programs alongside core academic subjects.

Wisdom Middle/High School serves students from multiple communities in northern Aroostook County, including the Van Buren area through MSAD 1's tuition arrangements. The school offers a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum with advanced placement courses, robust athletic programs, and career and technical education pathways. With strong community support and dedicated faculty, Wisdom provides a well-rounded educational experience in a rural setting while maintaining high academic standards and extensive extracurricular opportunities.