Best Schools in Mt. Desert, Maine
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Mt. Desert by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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The Community School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$474,800
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$474,800
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Mt. Desert
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Community School | 6.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $83,750
- Median home value
- $474,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 56%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Mt. Desert compares
Median household income
$84k
117% of Maine median
About Schools in Mt. Desert, Maine
Mt. Desert, Maine is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
The highest-performing school in Mt. Desert is The Community School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mt. 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Community School
Private
33 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.1 |
Schools in Mt. Desert
Mt. 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
Mt. 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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maine
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Mt. Desert, Maine
How many schools are in Mt. Desert, Maine?
Mt. Desert has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Mt. Desert, Maine?
The top-ranked school in Mt. Desert on MySchoolScout is The Community School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mt. Desert, Maine?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mt. Desert on MySchoolScout is The Community School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the education level in Mt. Desert, Maine?
According to Census data, 56% of adults in Mt. Desert have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mt. Desert, Maine?
The median household income in Mt. Desert is approximately $83,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Mt. Desert, Maine?
Yes, Mt. Desert has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Community School with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mt. Desert, Maine?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mt. Desert is 2.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mt. 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.