Very Good
#146 of 719 schools in ID
Top 20% in state
Mountain View Elementary School
Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
3500 CABARTON LANE, Boise, ID 83704
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#146 of 719
In Boise
#25 of 73
public schools
In district
#15 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain View Elementary School
Elementary School in Boise · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain View Elementary School
Mountain View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Mountain View Elementary School serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- ID avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mountain View Elementary School — Students at Mountain View Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ID 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: 7.6/10.
How Mountain View Elementary School Compares
See how Mountain View Elementary 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
3500 CABARTON LANE, Boise, ID 83704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise | 0.8 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY Boise | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL Nampa | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL Garden City | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise | 1.2 mi | — |
| FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL Garden City | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER Boise | 1.9 mi | — |
| PIERCE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Boise | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CYNTHIA MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,806
Median Home Value
$354,400
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
41,406
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID | 7.8 |
| SILVER SAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID | 7.8 |
| SYRINGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 7.8 |
| TENDOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 7.8 |
| HAROLD B LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dayton, ID | 7.7 |
| MOSCOW CHARTER SCHOOL Moscow, ID | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View Elementary School
What grades does Mountain View Elementary School serve?
Mountain View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mountain View Elementary School?
Mountain View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary School is 16.4:1. 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 School rank in ID?
Mountain View Elementary School ranks #146 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Mountain View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mountain View Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mountain View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain View Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mountain View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain View Elementary School?
30.6% of students at Mountain View Elementary 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.9%
- Phone
- (208) 854-5700
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #15 of 48
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