Serving 190 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Mountain Community School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Mountain Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
The Mountain Community School's student population of 190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Green and Yellow
School Motto
Create an educational environment where students are inspired to academic excellence and discovery.
School Rankings
The Mountain Community School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Mountain Community School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#623 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
83%
42%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mountain Community School's ranking?
The Mountain Community School is ranked #623 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The Mountain Community School often compared to?
The Mountain Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dana Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend The Mountain Community School?
190 students attend The Mountain Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of The Mountain Community School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Mountain Community School?
The Mountain Community School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Mountain Community School offer ?
The Mountain Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Mountain Community School part of?
The Mountain Community School is part of The Mountain Community School District.
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