MOUNT MOURNE SCHOOL

Mount Mourne School is a public middle school that is part of the Iredell-Statesville Schools school district, located in Mooresville, NC with about 447 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Mount Mourne School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mount Mourne School, located in Mooresville, North Carolina, is a specialized magnet school within the Iredell-Statesville School district. It is uniquely structured as an International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) school, serving students in grades 6 through 8. The school is highly regarded for its rigorous academic environment, which emphasizes critical thinking, global citizenship, and interdisciplinary learning, designed to prepare students for the challenges of high school and beyond.

Beyond its core curriculum, Mount Mourne is known for fostering a close-knit, project-based community. Because it functions as a school of choice, it attracts students who are eager to engage in inquiry-based education and community service. The school’s curriculum integrates the IB framework into traditional subject areas, encouraging students to make connections between their studies and the real world, all while benefiting from a focused, supportive educational culture that prioritizes student agency and personal development.

For more information, contact Mount Mourne School at (704) 892-4711 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.