Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mountain View School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain View School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Sullivan, ME, covering approximately 433.2 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the nearest edge located about 10.2 miles away and the furthest edge reaching 21.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mountain View School's student population of 152 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We accept every student as we find them, and we work from there.
School Rankings
Mountain View School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain View School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#311 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougar Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain View School's ranking?
Mountain View School is ranked #311 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Mountain View School?
152 students attend Mountain View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mountain View School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain View School?
Mountain View School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mountain View School offer ?
Mountain View School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain View School part of?
Mountain View School is part of RSU 24 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has a lot of problems. Poor teachers are never weeded out, but stay for 30 years. Much emphasis on worksheet and rote learning. Principal seems to care more about appearances, cleanliness, etc., than quality of education. Poor staff morale.
5 10/10/2025
This school Is the BEST! I love it.
5 10/10/2025
This school is bopping my man it is honestly. So good the teachers are amazing the lunch is amazing and the technology Is good all together this school is bopping.
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