Below Average
#1809 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Mountain View School
Elementary School · Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458)
1374 W FRONTAGE RD, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,809 of 2,006
In Rio Rico
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458)
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Mountain View School
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About Mountain View School
Mountain View School is a public elementary school in Rio Rico, AZ, part of Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458). Mountain View School serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,809 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain View School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Mountain View 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.
62% of students at Mountain View School 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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Mountain View School — Students at Mountain View School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ 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: 2.9/10.
How Mountain View School Compares
See how Mountain View 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
1374 W FRONTAGE RD, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mexicayotl Charter School (rated 9.7/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Nogales), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert Bracker Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Nogales), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Nogales), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rio Rico, see our Rio Rico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coatimundi Middle School Rio Rico | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Rio Rico High School Rio Rico | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| San Cayetano Elementary School Rio Rico | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| GLOBAL SCHOOLS STARSEED AND URANTION CHILD & TEENS Rio Rico | 4.9 mi | — |
| Calabasas School Rio Rico | 5.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Robert Bracker Elementary Nogales | 7.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Desert Shadows Middle School Nogales | 7.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School Nogales | 9.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SONSHINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nogales | 10.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Nogales High School Nogales | 10.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Mexicayotl Charter School Nogales | 10.6 mi | 9.7 |
| Pinnacle Charter High School Tempe | 10.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Challenger Elementary School Nogales | 11.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Wade Carpenter Middle School Nogales | 11.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Mary L Welty Elementary School Nogales | 11.8 mi | 5.4 |
| A J Mitchell Elementary School Nogales | 11.8 mi | 4.2 |
| LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nogales | 11.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Colegio Petite Arizona Phoenix | 12.1 mi | 5.6 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Nogales | 12.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Pierson High School Nogales | 12.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85648 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,672
Median Home Value
$213,100
Median Rent
$1,049/mo
Population
21,844
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View School
What grades does Mountain View School serve?
Mountain View School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mountain View School?
Mountain View School has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain View School rank in AZ?
Mountain View School ranks #1,809 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Mountain View School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mountain View School a charter school?
No, Mountain View School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain View School a Title I school?
No, Mountain View School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.7%
- Phone
- (520) 375-8401
Resources & Links
District
Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458)- District Enrollment
- 3,621
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,639
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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