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Mountain View Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

6410 Olcott St., Tujunga, CA 91042

Enrollment

548

Student-Teacher

23.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,893 of 9,539

In Tujunga

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#508 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Mountain View Elementary

6.3/10

Elementary School in Tujunga · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mountain View Elementary

Mountain View Elementary is a public elementary school in Tujunga, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Mountain View Elementary serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,893 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Mountain View Elementary runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-2.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Mountain View Elementary — Students at Mountain View Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
40.8%
ELA
45.5%
2024
Math
42.4%
ELA
42.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.

How Mountain View Elementary Compares

See how Mountain View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in CA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6410 Olcott St., Tujunga, CA 91042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunsmore Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abraham Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tujunga, see our Tujunga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Chamlian Armenian School Glendale 0.8 mi
CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale 0.8 mi 2.3
Pinewood Avenue Elementary Tujunga 0.8 mi 4.6
First Steps La Crescenta 1.1 mi
FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta 1.1 mi 5.4
ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta 1.0 mi 6.6
Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta 1.0 mi 8.8
St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta 1.1 mi
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga 1.2 mi 7.5
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta 1.3 mi 8.1
Valley View Elementary La Crescenta 1.4 mi 8.6
Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta 1.8 mi 7.6
Verdugo Hills Senior High Tujunga 1.7 mi 8.4
Mt. Lukens Continuation Tujunga 1.8 mi 4.4
Haykazunyadz Armenian Center Inc. Tujunga 1.8 mi
HAYKAZUNYADZ CHILD CARE CENTER INC. Tujunga 1.8 mi
Plainview Academic Charter Academy Tujunga 1.9 mi 4.0
Apperson Street Elementary Sunland 2.1 mi 6.2
Mt. Gleason Middle Sunland 2.3 mi 7.5
Crescenta Valley High La Crescenta 2.4 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,707

Median Home Value

$801,800

Median Rent

$1,782/mo

Population

27,055

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

45.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain View Elementary

What grades does Mountain View Elementary serve?

Mountain View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mountain View Elementary?

Mountain View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mountain View Elementary rank in CA?

Mountain View Elementary ranks #4,893 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Mountain View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mountain View Elementary a charter school?

No, Mountain View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mountain View Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mountain View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain View Elementary?

75.0% of students at Mountain 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#508 of 769

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