Excellent
#23 of 542 schools in ME
Top 4% in state
Mt Desert Island High School
High School · Mt Desert CSD
PO Box 180, Mount Desert, ME 04660
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#23 of 542
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Mt Desert Island High School
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About Mt Desert Island High School
Mt Desert Island High School is a public high school in Mount Desert, ME, part of Mt Desert CSD. Mt Desert Island High School serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Desert Island High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Mt Desert Island High School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- ME avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Mt Desert Island High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mt Desert Island High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
38% of students at Mt Desert Island High 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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Mt Desert Island High School — Students at Mt Desert Island High School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 88%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 8.8/10.
How Mt Desert Island High School Compares
See how Mt Desert Island High 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
PO Box 180, Mount Desert, ME 04660
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt Desert Island High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sumner Memorial High School (rated 7.0/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Sullivan), a more accessible option. Additionally, Ellsworth High School (rated 6.0/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Ellsworth), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mount Desert, see our Mount Desert schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Mt. Desert | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Mt Desert Elementary School Northeast Harbor | 5.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Conners-Emerson School Bar Harbor | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Pemetic Elementary School Southwest Harbor | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Trenton Elementary School Trenton | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Lamoine Consolidated School Lamoine | 7.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Cranberry Isles School Cranberry Isles | 8.7 mi | — |
| Tremont Consolidated School Tremont | 8.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Hancock Grammar School Hancock | 11.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Sumner Memorial High School Sullivan | 11.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sumner Middle Sch Sullivan | 11.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Mountain View Sch Sullivan | 13.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School Ellsworth | 13.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Swans Island Elementary School Swans Island | 14.3 mi | — |
| Ellsworth High School Ellsworth | 14.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Surry Elementary School Surry | 13.3 mi | 3.1 |
| GRAHAM LAKE SCHOOL Ellsworth | 16.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Frenchboro Elementary School Frenchboro | 18.1 mi | — |
| Peninsula Sch Prospect Harbor | 13.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Brooklin School Brooklin | 15.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,750
Median Home Value
$474,800
Median Rent
$1,111/mo
Population
1,124
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
90.2%
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
56.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greely High School Cumberland, ME | 8.5 |
| Wells High School Wells, ME | 8.2 |
| Cape Elizabeth High School Cape Elizabeth, ME | 8.1 |
| Freeport High School Freeport, ME | 8.1 |
| Maine Virtual Academy Augusta, ME | 8.0 |
| Orono High School Orono, ME | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt Desert Island High School
What grades does Mt Desert Island High School serve?
Mt Desert Island High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mt Desert Island High School?
Mt Desert Island High School has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Desert Island High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt Desert Island High School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt Desert Island High School rank in ME?
Mt Desert Island High School ranks #23 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Mt Desert Island High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt Desert Island High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Mt Desert Island High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Desert Island High School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mt Desert Island High School a charter school?
No, Mt Desert Island High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt Desert Island High School a Title I school?
No, Mt Desert Island High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt Desert Island High School?
14.8% of students at Mt Desert Island High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Hancock County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (207) 288-5011
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Mt Desert CSD- District Enrollment
- 474
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,737
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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