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#704 of 719 schools in ID

Mountain View Elementary

Elementary School · CASSIA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT

333 WEST 27TH STREET, Burley, ID 83318

Enrollment

492

Student-Teacher

20.5:1

Score

3.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#704 of 719

In Burley

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#15 of 15

CASSIA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT

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Mountain View Elementary

3.0/10

Elementary School in Burley · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

John V Evans Elementary

7.6/10

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5.7/10

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About Mountain View Elementary

Mountain View Elementary is a public elementary school in Burley, ID, part of CASSIA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT. Mountain View Elementary serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #704 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.7
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Mountain View Elementary runs 20.5:1 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 Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,415
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Mountain View Elementary — Students at Mountain View Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
36%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Mountain View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.0/10
2th percentile in ID
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Location

333 WEST 27TH STREET, Burley, ID 83318

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST NICHOLAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Rupert), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN V EVANS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DECLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Declo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burley, see our Burley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.1 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN V EVANS ELEMENTARY Burley 0.5 mi 7.6
DWORSHAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Burley 0.8 mi 5.7
MINI-CASSIA ONLINE LEARNING ACADEMY Burley 0.8 mi 3.5
BURLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Burley 0.7 mi 4.3
WHITE PINE ELEMENTARY Burley 1.0 mi 4.6
CASSIA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Burley 1.1 mi 3.1
BURLEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Burley 1.1 mi 4.8
HEYBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Heyburn 2.8 mi 2.7
MT HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Heyburn 3.2 mi 4.4
WEST MINICO MIDDLE SCHOOL Paul 5.5 mi 3.9
PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paul 6.2 mi 4.7
MINICO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rupert 7.1 mi 6.1
ST NICHOLAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rupert 9.4 mi 7.9
PRESCHOOL CENTER Rupert 9.6 mi 3.8
EAST MINICO MIDDLE SCHOOL Rupert 9.8 mi 3.2
RUPERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rupert 10.1 mi 2.8
DECLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Declo 8.7 mi 6.7
DECLO JR HIGH SCHOOL Declo 8.7 mi 7.9
DECLO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Declo 8.9 mi 6.7
ALBION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albion 13.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83318 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,770

Median Home Value

$248,700

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

19,319

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

16.5 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

31.8

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SNAKE RIVER ELEMENTARY Nampa, ID 3.0
I B PERRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID 3.2
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mountain Home, ID 3.2
RUPERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rupert, ID 2.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain View Elementary

What grades does Mountain View Elementary serve?

Mountain View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Mountain View Elementary?

Mountain View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mountain View Elementary rank in ID?

Mountain View Elementary ranks #704 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Mountain View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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?

53.7% 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
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Cassia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

CASSIA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,507
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,415
District Rank
#15 of 15

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