Best Schools in Mount Desert, Maine
1 schools · 1 High
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $83,750
- Median home value
- $474,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 56%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Mount Desert compares
Median household income
$84k
117% of Maine median
About Schools in Mount Desert, Maine
Mount Desert, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Mount Desert perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.
The highest-performing school in Mount Desert is Mt Desert Island High School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mount Desert is served by 1 school district: Mt Desert CSD. These districts collectively serve 474 students.
Mount Desert's community shows 56% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,750. The poverty rate in the area is 5.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 474 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
Schools in Mount Desert
Mount Desert, Maine · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,750
Median Home Value
$474,800
Median Rent
$1,111/mo
Population
1,124
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Community Profile
Mount Desert has a median household income of $83,750. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $474,800, with a median rent of $1,111/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Quick Facts
- State
- Maine
- Total Schools
- 1
- High
- 1
- Districts
- 1
- Avg Rating
- 8.1/10
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School District
Nearby Cities
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Mount Desert, Maine
How many schools are in Mount Desert, Maine?
Mount Desert has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mount Desert, Maine?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mount Desert is 8.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.
What is the top-ranked school in Mount Desert, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Mount Desert on MySchoolScout is Mt Desert Island High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Mount Desert, Maine?
The top-ranked high school in Mount Desert on MySchoolScout is Mt Desert Island High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Mount Desert, Maine?
Mount Desert is served by 1 school district: Mt Desert CSD.
What is the education level in Mount Desert, Maine?
According to Census data, 56% of adults in Mount Desert have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mount Desert, Maine?
The median household income in Mount Desert is approximately $83,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mount Desert, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mount Desert is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mount Desert, Maine?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maine Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.