Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mount View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mount View Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mount View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount View Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1978 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
65%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
11%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount View Elementary School's ranking?
Mount View Elementary School is ranked #1978 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Mount View Elementary School?
423 students attend Mount View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mount View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount View Elementary School?
Mount View Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mount View Elementary School offer ?
Mount View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mount View Elementary School part of?
Mount View Elementary School is part of Highline School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount View Elementary School located?
Mount View Elementary School is located in the Highline neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 11 other public schools located in Highline.
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