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#254 of 412 schools in AK
Mt. View Elementary
Elementary School · Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
315 Swires Rd, Kenai, AK 99611
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alaska schools
#254 of 412
In Kenai
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#20 of 35
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Mt. View Elementary
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About Mt. View Elementary
Mt. View Elementary is a public elementary school in Kenai, AK, part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. Mt.
View Elementary serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #254 of 412 schools in AK.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. View Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- AK avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Mt. View Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
48% of students at Mt. View Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. View Elementary — Students at Mt. View Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Mt. View Elementary Compares
See how Mt. View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
315 Swires Rd, Kenai, AK 99611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aurora Borealis Charter School (rated 9.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Soldotna Montessori Charter School (rated 8.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Soldotna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tustumena Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Kasilof), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kenai, see our Kenai schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kenai Middle School Kenai | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Kenai Central High School Kenai | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Marathon School Kenai | 1.9 mi | — |
| Kenai Alternative High School Kenai | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Aurora Borealis Charter School Kenai | 2.8 mi | 9.5 |
| WINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kenai | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Kalifornsky Beach Elementary Soldotna | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Kaleidoscope School of Arts & Science Kenai | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Soldotna High School Soldotna | 5.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Redoubt Elementary Soldotna | 5.9 mi | 6.6 |
| COOK INLET ACADEMY Soldotna | 6.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Soldotna Montessori Charter School Soldotna | 6.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Soldotna Elementary Soldotna | 6.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Skyview Middle School Soldotna | 7.9 mi | 4.3 |
| River City Academy Soldotna | 7.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Connections Soldotna | 6.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Nikiski North Star Elementary Kenai | 7.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Nikiski Middle/Senior High School Nikiski | 12.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Tustumena Elementary Kasilof | 18.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Sterling Elementary Sterling | 13.1 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,816
Median Home Value
$279,800
Median Rent
$1,108/mo
Population
16,028
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Elementary Kodiak, AK | 5.7 |
| Mendenhall River Community School Juneau, AK | 5.7 |
| North Pole Elementary North Pole, AK | 5.7 |
| Gladys Wood Elementary Anchorage, AK | 5.9 |
| Government Hill Elementary Anchorage, AK | 5.9 |
| Soldotna Elementary Soldotna, AK | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. View Elementary
What grades does Mt. View Elementary serve?
Mt. View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mt. View Elementary?
Mt. View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. View Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. View Elementary rank in AK?
Mt. View Elementary ranks #254 of 412 schools in AK.
What is Mt. View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mt. View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. View Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mt. View Elementary a charter school?
No, Mt. View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mt. View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. View Elementary?
50.9% of students at Mt. View Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Kenai Peninsula Borough
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (907) 283-8600
Resources & Links
District
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 8,499
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,862
- District Rank
- #20 of 35
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