Very Good
#377 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 36% in state
Mountain View Elem. School
Elementary School · MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT
201 ELEMENTARY DR, Mountain View, AR 72560
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#377 of 1,036
In Mountain View
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain View Elem. School
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About Mountain View Elem. School
Mountain View Elem. School is a public elementary school in Mountain View, AR, part of MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mountain View Elem.
School serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #377 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elem. School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mountain View Elem. School 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.
Score Breakdown
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Mountain View Elem. School — Students at Mountain View Elem. School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from AR 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: 5.9/10.
How Mountain View Elem. School Compares
See how Mountain View Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 ELEMENTARY DR, Mountain View, AR 72560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Melbourne), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIMBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Timbo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HEBER SPRINGS ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 25.2 miles away, in nearby Heber Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| RURAL SPECIAL ELEM. SCHOOL Fox | 13.4 mi | 8.0 |
| RURAL SPECIAL HIGH SCHOOL Fox | 13.4 mi | 8.3 |
| TIMBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Timbo | 13.0 mi | 8.3 |
| TIMBO HIGH SCHOOL Timbo | 13.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CALICO ROCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Calico Rock | 18.0 mi | 6.8 |
| CALICO ROCK HIGH SCHOOL Calico Rock | 18.3 mi | 8.1 |
| WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greers Ferry | 19.8 mi | 8.0 |
| WEST SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Greers Ferry | 19.8 mi | 7.4 |
| SHIRLEY HIGH SCHOOL Shirley | 18.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SHIRLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley | 18.7 mi | 5.0 |
| CONCORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Concord | 19.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CONCORD HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 19.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MELBOURNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melbourne | 20.2 mi | 9.1 |
| MELBOURNE HIGH SCHOOL Melbourne | 20.2 mi | 6.7 |
| IZARD COUNTY CONS MIDDLE SCH Brockwell | 22.3 mi | 8.2 |
| IZARD CO. CONS. HIGH SCHOOL Brockwell | 22.3 mi | 6.7 |
| HEBER SPRINGS ELEM. SCHOOL Heber Springs | 25.2 mi | 8.3 |
| HEBER SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Heber Springs | 25.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,430
Median Home Value
$159,400
Median Rent
$716/mo
Population
7,650
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
53.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Benton, AR | 7.0 |
| CATO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock, AR | 7.0 |
| CAVE CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cave City, AR | 7.0 |
| MCRAE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Searcy, AR | 7.0 |
| PALESTINE-WHEATLEY ELEM. SCH. Palestine, AR | 7.0 |
| WOODROW CUMMINS ELEMENTARY SCH Conway, AR | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View Elem. School
What grades does Mountain View Elem. School serve?
Mountain View Elem. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Mountain View Elem. School?
Mountain View Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elem. School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain View Elem. School rank in AR?
Mountain View Elem. School ranks #377 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Mountain View Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain View Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Mountain View Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View Elem. School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mountain View Elem. School a charter school?
No, Mountain View Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain View Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Mountain View Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain View Elem. School?
99.4% of students at Mountain View Elem. School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Stone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.9%
- Phone
- (870) 269-3104
Resources & Links
District
MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,606
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,562
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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