Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mountain View School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain View School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Mountain View School's student population of 331 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain View School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain View School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#397 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
7%
12%
White
47%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain View School's ranking?
Mountain View School is ranked #397 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mountain View School?
331 students attend Mountain View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mountain View School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain View School?
Mountain View School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mountain View School offer ?
Mountain View School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain View School part of?
Mountain View School is part of Bristol School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountain View School located?
Mountain View School is located in the Forestville neighborhood of Bristol, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Forestville.
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