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#102 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 1% in state

Mountain View High

High School · Mountain View-Los Altos Union High

3535 Truman Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040

Enrollment

2,202

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

9.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#102 of 9,539

In Mountain View

#6 of 14

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Mountain View-Los Altos Union High

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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9.3/10

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About Mountain View High

Mountain View High is a public high school in Mountain View, CA, part of Mountain View-Los Altos Union High. Mountain View High serves approximately 2,202 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #102 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View High show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

What's said publicly about Mountain View High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Mountain View High School (MVHS) is a public high school located at 3535 Truman Avenue in Mountain View, California, 94040 1 . It is one of two high schools within the Mountain View-Los Altos Union High School District, the other being Los Altos High School, which is situated adjacently to the south 1 . The school's primary feeder institutions are Graham Middle School, Crittenden Middle School, and Blach Intermediate School 1 .
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How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Mountain View High is a large school: 2,202 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+41.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.2 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation53.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,050
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Mountain View High — Students at Mountain View High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 80.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2021*
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2024
Math
69.2%
ELA
82.1%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Mountain View High Compares

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

Overall Score
9.3/10
99th percentile in CA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.6
Sports
19
10 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
114 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
53.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
10 boys'·9 girls'·39 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

3535 Truman Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alta Vista High (rated 5.8/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Alta Vista High Mountain View 0.2 mi 5.8
Oak Avenue Elementary Los Altos 0.3 mi 9.2
Cherry Chase Elementary Sunnyvale 0.7 mi 9.1
STRATFORD SCHOOL - SUNNYVALE DE ANZA PARK Sunnyvale 0.7 mi 6.3
South Peninsula Hebrew Day School Sunnyvale 0.9 mi
SOUTH PENINSULA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Sunnyvale 0.9 mi 7.4
MIRAMONTE SCHOOL Los Altos 0.8 mi 7.8
GREEN CHINESE SCHOOL Los Altos 0.9 mi 3.9
Sunnyvale Middle Sunnyvale 0.8 mi 8.8
Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos 0.9 mi 8.6
Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View 1.1 mi 9.4
ST SIMON Los Altos 1.1 mi 6.0
Saint Simon Parish School Los Altos 1.1 mi
VILLA MONTESSORI Sunnyvale 1.3 mi
West Valley Elementary Sunnyvale 1.4 mi 8.0
ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View 1.2 mi 5.7
Cupertino Middle Sunnyvale 1.5 mi 9.3
Montclaire Elementary Los Altos 1.5 mi 8.7
SUNNYVALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sunnyvale 1.4 mi 6.2
Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View 1.5 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$184,494

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,017/mo

Population

35,581

College Educated

77.9%

Homeownership

36.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain View High

What grades does Mountain View High serve?

Mountain View High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mountain View High?

Mountain View High has an enrollment of approximately 2,202 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View High is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mountain View High rank in CA?

Mountain View High ranks #102 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Mountain View High's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View High has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mountain View High a charter school?

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

Is Mountain View High a Title I school?

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

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

13.1% of students at Mountain View High 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
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,202
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
114
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Santa Clara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
District Enrollment
4,406
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,050
District Rank
#1 of 3

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