Needs Improvement
#506 of 542 schools in ME
Mt View Elementary School
Elementary School · RSU 03/MSAD 03
573 Mount View Road, Thorndike, ME 04986
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#506 of 542
In Thorndike
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
RSU 03/MSAD 03
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Mt View Elementary School
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About Mt View Elementary School
Mt View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Thorndike, ME, part of RSU 03/MSAD 03. Mt View Elementary School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #506 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Mt View Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Mt View Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mt View Elementary 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.
35% of students at Mt View Elementary 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 View Elementary School — Students at Mt View Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 4.5/10.
How Mt View Elementary School Compares
See how Mt View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
573 Mount View Road, Thorndike, ME 04986
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ames Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Searsmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monroe Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Appleton Village School (rated 8.0/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Appleton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Thorndike, see our Thorndike schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt View High School Thorndike | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Mt View Middle School Thorndike | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Ecology Learning Ctr Unity | 5.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Unity Elementary School Unity | 5.4 mi | — |
| Troy Central School Troy | 7.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Morse Memorial School Brooks | 7.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Walker Memorial School Liberty | 10.9 mi | 2.0 |
| Gladys Weymouth Elem School Morrill | 9.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Albion Elementary School Albion | 8.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Ames Elementary School Searsmont | 12.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Clinton Elementary School Clinton | 12.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Manson Park School Pittsfield | 16.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MAINE CENTRAL INSTITUTE Pittsfield | 16.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Palermo Consolidated School Palermo | 14.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Monroe Elementary School Monroe | 13.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Etna-Dixmont School Etna | 15.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Warsaw Middle School Pittsfield | 17.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Vickery School Pittsfield | 17.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Kermit S Nickerson School Swanville | 13.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Appleton Village School Appleton | 19.2 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04986 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,375
Median Home Value
$172,500
Median Rent
$1,087/mo
Population
2,323
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
80.1%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
30.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Washburn District Elem School Washburn, ME | 3.5 |
| Elm Street School-Mechanic Falls Mechanic Falls, ME | 3.4 |
| Eva Hoyt Zippel School Presque Isle, ME | 3.6 |
| Turner Elementary School Turner, ME | 3.6 |
| Songo Locks School Naples, ME | 3.3 |
| Limestone Community School Limestone, ME | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt View Elementary School
What grades does Mt View Elementary School serve?
Mt View Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mt View Elementary School?
Mt View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt View Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt View Elementary School rank in ME?
Mt View Elementary School ranks #506 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Mt View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 View Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt View Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mt View Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mt View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt View Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mt View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt View Elementary School?
59.6% of students at Mt View Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Waldo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (207) 568-7541
Resources & Links
District
RSU 03/MSAD 03- District Enrollment
- 1,017
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,673
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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