Welcome to Lee Academy

Opening Doors to the World Since 1845

At Lee Academy, students from around the world come together in a close-knit boarding and day school community to learn, grow, and prepare for college and beyond.

View our Admissions Booklet for 2026 here

HOME TO THE JUDITH COBB MALLETT PLANETARIUM
Students at Lee Academy have access to unique learning opportunities, including our on-campus planetarium — the only high school planetarium in the state of Maine — where science and exploration come to life.
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Earn a Lee Academy Diploma Online — From Anywhere

Lee Academy partners with Edmentum to offer a flexible online diploma pathway for students who want to complete their high school education remotely while earning a Lee Academy diploma.

To learn more about Edmentum at Lee Academy and explore your options, visit our Edmentum page or contact Juli Dickison at juli.dickison@leeacademy.us.

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Founded in 1845, Lee Academy is an independent college-preparatory school serving students in grades 9–12 and postgraduate study.

Our culturally diverse and supportive community brings together students from around the world to learn, grow, and prepare for their futures.

With small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and a welcoming campus environment, Lee Academy provides a personalized academic experience that helps students succeed in college and beyond.

Learn more about our mission and discover what Lee Academy can offer you.

Curriculum
Lee Academy’s student-centered curriculum develops students who are creative thinkers, strong communicators, and confident problem-solvers.
Through small classes and personalized instruction, students are encouraged to think critically, collaborate with others, and take ownership of their learning.
Preparatory Program
Lee Academy’s highly competitive Preparatory Basketball Program attracts talented athletes from around the world.
Our program has helped players advance to top-ranked colleges and universities, and many graduates have gone on to pursue professional basketball careers.
Learn more about our team and program.
Our Mission
Lee Academy fosters individual excellence and personal growth through the acquisition of life skills, career preparation and academic knowledge. Working together, we promote kinship, respect, achievement of individual goals and mutual success throughout the school community. LA fosters individualized academic excellence, the development of creative expression, the overall well-being of every student and the provision of lifelong connections in a global society.