Mt Desert Elementary School

Mt Desert Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
8 Joy Rd,  Mount Desert, ME
4.0
3.0
145 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Math Proficiency
95%
Reading Proficiency
95%

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
95%
Math Proficiency
95%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
20.4%

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

GreatSchools Rating Details

Test Scores

Math
70.1%
State Average
48.7%
Science
59.4%
State Average
36.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
139:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%
White
86.9%
Hispanic
5.9%
Two or more races
5.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Black
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Interested in learning more about homes nearby? Reach out to Carolyn Fish, an experienced agent in this school's attendance zone.

School Rankings

#3 Best Public ES in Maine
#3 Best Public MS in Maine
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 4 Reviews
4.0 NicheUser
4/2/2015
Most of the students are involved in one form of extracurricular activity or another. Naturally, peer pressure exists, however it is not harmful. There is not much racial diversity in the school, but students are generally very accepting of differences and disapprove of discrimination.
See All Niche Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 3 Reviews
3.0 student
5/23/2025
Great teachers, aside from a few, those few are unbelievably biased towards girls. Possibly as a result of their children in their grade. Overall, when a boy misbehaves, he is more harshly punished than a girl who did the same thing.
Read Full Review
5.0 student
2/1/2016
Being a former student I can say that this is definitely no doubt the best elementary school in the area! Most of the teachers there are all genuinely nice and caring towards the students in every classroom. They teach like they want to, not like their forces to. The principal always makes sure he i...
Read Full Review
1.0 parent
1/8/2011
The prinicpal at this school has a great vision for excellence in education but poor follow through. Many of the teachers lack in creativity and flexibility and function as a closed clique. The school culture rejects parent involvement and has rules that prevent parents from even dropping their kids...
Read Full Review
See Reviews on GreatSchools

Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone

  • Carolyn Fish

    Carolyn Fish

    NextHome Experience

    (207) 610-7831

    235 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $425,000 Price

    Carolyn Fish
     Section Image
  • Christy Alley

    Christy Alley

    Responds Quickly

    Elevate Maine Realty

    (207) 598-4518

    37 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $545,000 Price

    Christy Alley
     Section Image

  • SW

    Stacy White

    Responds Quickly

    Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

    (207) 412-5898

    123 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $309,000 Price

    Stacy White
     Section Image
  • Ryan Swanson

    Ryan Swanson

    Responds Quickly

    Pemetic Purveyors

    (207) 412-5969

    115 Total Sales

    11 in Attendance Zone

    $128K - $895K Price Range

    Ryan Swanson
     Section Image
  • Katie Blackwell Miles

    Katie Blackwell Miles

    Responds Quickly

    Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate/The Masiello Group

    (207) 614-7828

    131 Total Sales

    1 in Attendance Zone

    $420,000 Price

    Katie Blackwell Miles
     Section Image
  • Beth Ingebritson

    Beth Ingebritson

    The Knowles Company

    (207) 610-6437

    129 Total Sales

    22 in Attendance Zone

    $130K - $6.8M Price Range

    Beth Ingebritson
     Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Attendance Zone

Homes for Sale

See All Homes

Additional Schools in the Area

Maine Hancock County Mount Desert
Mt Desert Elementary School
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Carolyn Fish
Carolyn Fish
NextHome Experience
Agent experienced in this area
Section Image