Our students consistently score above state and national averages on state and national academic assessments, and are able to pursue interests in core academic classes as well as classes in the fine and practical arts.
The District has exemplary and award-winning programs in band, choir, orchestra, theater, and art, with learning and performances taking place in a state of the art Performing Arts Center.
The Mount Vernon Mustangs consistently excel at high levels in all sports, winning multiple state, district, and conference championships throughout its history.
Our students thrive in a culture that recognizes that being a well-rounded person is key to their personal growth and development. Many of our students excel in all three arenas, developing life skills and building relationships that will assist them for their lives after school.
About Our District
Dear Mount Vernon School Community: I hope you have been able to enjoy the summer months, and that you and your children are excited about the upcoming 2023-2024 school year. Everyone in the school district is working hard to make this the best year ever for our kids, and we can’t wait to bring everyone back…
Mount Vernon Community: The date and time of the next regular meeting of the Mount Vernon Community School has changed to accommodate the schedules of the superintendent search groups who will make presentations to the Board. The meeting was originally scheduled for August 14, 2023 will now take place on August 21, 2023. The meeting will start at 6:00…
2023 is an election year for school boards across and Iowa, and thus the Mount Vernon Community School District will conduct its school board election on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. If you are interested in running for a seat on the Board, or know of someone who may be interested, please reach out to Michael Marshall at mmarshall@mtvernoncsd.staging2.juiceboxint.com, for…
The regular monthly meeting of the Mount Vernon Community School District School was held on July 10, 2023. The following topics were addressed during the meeting: Approval of Agenda: The meeting agenda was approved as written with no changes proposed. Superintendent Report: Dr. Batenhorst spoke to the excellence of the Mount Vernon community when discussing the community and district events…
100% of the Mount Vernon Community School District recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of all students and staff in all academic and co-curricular areas.
70% of Mount Vernon Community School District students receive college credit prior to graduating from high school, and 87% of our graduates are enrolled in a two or four-year academic or trade program.
MANY of Mount Vernon Community School District students work in the community and are engaged in a variety of volunteer and service projects.
MAJORITY of Mount Vernon Community School District students are involved in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Our students are all in with being proud Mustangs and proud members of the Mount Vernon community, and our staff and community are all in for them!
