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#37 of 64 private schools in ME
The Community School
Elementary School
585 SOUND DR, Mt. Desert, ME 04660
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maine private schools
#37 of 64
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The Community School
Elementary School in Mt. Desert · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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Mt Desert Elementary School
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About The Community School
The Community School is a private elementary school in Mt. Desert, ME. The Community School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
The Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 64 private schools in ME.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- ME avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, The Community School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 2.9:1 students to teachers, The Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Community School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ME.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in ME
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
585 SOUND DR, Mt. Desert, ME 04660
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lamoine Consolidated School (rated 9.2/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Lamoine), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brooklin School (rated 7.8/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Brooklin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Ellsworth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mt. Desert, see our Mt. Desert schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Desert Island High School Mount Desert | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Mt Desert Elementary School Northeast Harbor | 5.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Pemetic Elementary School Southwest Harbor | 6.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Trenton Elementary School Trenton | 6.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Lamoine Consolidated School Lamoine | 7.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Conners-Emerson School Bar Harbor | 5.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Tremont Consolidated School Tremont | 8.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Cranberry Isles School Cranberry Isles | 8.9 mi | — |
| Hancock Grammar School Hancock | 11.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Swans Island Elementary School Swans Island | 13.7 mi | — |
| Ellsworth Elementary-Middle School Ellsworth | 13.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Ellsworth High School Ellsworth | 13.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Sumner Memorial High School Sullivan | 12.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sumner Middle Sch Sullivan | 12.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Surry Elementary School Surry | 12.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Mountain View Sch Sullivan | 14.3 mi | 4.8 |
| GRAHAM LAKE SCHOOL Ellsworth | 16.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Frenchboro Elementary School Frenchboro | 17.7 mi | — |
| Brooklin School Brooklin | 13.8 mi | 7.8 |
| GEORGE STEVENS ACADEMY Blue Hill | 13.3 mi | 6.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Alexander Elementary Alexander, ME | 6.2 |
| Beals Elementary School Beals, ME | 5.8 |
| RILEY SCHOOL Rockport, ME | 6.6 |
| Brooksville Elementary School Brooksville, ME | 5.5 |
| Bay Ridge Elementary Cutler, ME | 6.8 |
| Dawn F Barnes Elementary Sch Caswell, ME | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Community School
What grades does The Community School serve?
The Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Community School?
The Community School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Community School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Community School rank in ME?
The Community School ranks #37 of 64 private schools in ME.
What is The Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Community School a private school?
Yes, The Community School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Community School a religious school?
No, The Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Hancock County
- Phone
- (207) 276-8137
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