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#400 of 542 schools in ME
Mountain Valley Middle School
Middle School · RSU 10
58 Highland Terrace, Mexico, ME 04257
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#400 of 542
In Mexico
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
RSU 10
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Mountain Valley Middle School
Mountain Valley Middle School is a public middle school in Mexico, ME, part of RSU 10. Mountain Valley Middle School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #400 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain Valley Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- ME avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mountain Valley Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
40% of students at Mountain Valley Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mountain Valley Middle School — Students at Mountain Valley Middle School score 71% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Mountain Valley Middle School Compares
See how Mountain Valley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
58 Highland Terrace, Mexico, ME 04257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Valley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Dixfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Telstar Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Bethel), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mexico, see our Mexico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meroby Elementary School Mexico | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Rumford Elementary Rumford | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Mountain Valley High School Rumford | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| WEBB RIVER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Dixfield | 3.6 mi | — |
| T W Kelly Dirigo Middle School Dixfield | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Dirigo High School Dixfield | 3.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Dirigo Elementary School Peru | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| HEZION ACADEMY Peru | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| FORESTDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bryant Pond | 13.5 mi | — |
| Woodstock School Bryant Pond | 12.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Agnes Gray School West Paris | 15.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Andover Elementary School Andover | 12.3 mi | — |
| Hartford-Sumner Elementary School Sumner | 15.1 mi | 5.9 |
| THE EDDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Newry | 13.7 mi | — |
| Telstar High School Bethel | 15.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Telstar Middle School Bethel | 15.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Crescent Park School Bethel | 16.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Gerald D Cushing School Wilton | 15.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Academy Hill School Wilton | 15.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Buckfield Jr-Sr High School Buckfield | 19.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,052
Median Home Value
$104,000
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
2,772
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Biddeford Middle School Biddeford, ME | 5.1 |
| Philip W Sugg Middle School Lisbon Falls, ME | 5.5 |
| Houlton Junior High School Houlton, ME | 5.0 |
| Warsaw Middle School Pittsfield, ME | 4.9 |
| Tripp Middle School Turner, ME | 5.7 |
| Noble Middle School Berwick, ME | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Valley Middle School
What grades does Mountain Valley Middle School serve?
Mountain Valley Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Mountain Valley Middle School?
Mountain Valley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Valley Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Valley Middle School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Valley Middle School rank in ME?
Mountain Valley Middle School ranks #400 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Mountain Valley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mountain Valley Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Valley Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mountain Valley Middle School a charter school?
No, Mountain Valley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Valley Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mountain Valley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Valley Middle School?
72.8% of students at Mountain Valley Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Oxford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.8%
- Phone
- (207) 364-7926
Resources & Links
District
RSU 10- District Enrollment
- 1,803
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,827
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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