Serving 159 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mt Desert Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Desert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Mt Desert Elementary School's student population of 159 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Mt Desert Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Desert Elementary School is 0.27, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 500 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
3%
Black
n/a
5%
White
85%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Desert Elementary School's ranking?
Mt Desert Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Mt Desert Elementary School often compared to?
Mt Desert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conners-emerson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Mt Desert Elementary School?
159 students attend Mt Desert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mt Desert Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Desert Elementary School?
Mt Desert Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mt Desert Elementary School offer ?
Mt Desert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Desert Elementary School part of?
Mt Desert Elementary School is part of Mount Desert School District.
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