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Very Good

#157 of 719 schools in ID

Top 22% in state

Mountain View Elementary School

Elementary School · MARSH VALLEY JOINT DISTRICT

PO BOX 69, Mccammon, ID 83250

Enrollment

257

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#157 of 719

In district

#3 of 6

MARSH VALLEY JOINT DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Mountain View Elementary School

7.7/10

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

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7.5/10

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6.0/10

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About Mountain View Elementary School

Mountain View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mccammon, ID, part of MARSH VALLEY JOINT DISTRICT. Mountain View Elementary School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Mountain View Elementary 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,781
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Mountain View Elementary School — Students at Mountain View Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.5% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Mountain View Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in ID
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Location

PO BOX 69, Mccammon, ID 83250

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDAHOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Pocatello), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH GEM ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Bancroft), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Lava Hot Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mccammon, see our Mccammon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MARSH VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Arimo 4.8 mi 7.5
MARSH VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Arimo 4.9 mi 6.0
INKOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Inkom 10.7 mi 8.4
LAVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lava Hot Springs 9.3 mi 8.5
DOWNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Downey 15.8 mi 4.6
CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello 14.2 mi 7.5
INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 16.1 mi 7.5
FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello 18.8 mi 7.0
NORTH GEM ELEMENTARY Bancroft 16.2 mi 8.9
NORTH GEM HIGH SCHOOL Bancroft 16.2 mi 9.0
NORTH GEM MIDDLE SCHOOL Bancroft 16.2 mi
POCATELLO COMMUNITY CHARTER Pocatello 19.0 mi 7.0
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 19.6 mi 8.0
POCATELLO JUVENILE DETENTION Pocatello 19.6 mi
GREENACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 20.1 mi 6.6
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pocatello 20.0 mi 7.5
POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello 19.8 mi 6.8
EDAHOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 20.8 mi 9.0
IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello 20.2 mi 5.7
TENDOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 20.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,272

Median Home Value

$296,100

Median Rent

$875/mo

Population

1,936

College Educated

17.1%

Homeownership

93.8%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

48.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MOSCOW CHARTER SCHOOL Moscow, ID 7.7
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, 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
ASHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ashton, ID 7.6

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 257 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary School is 18.4:1. 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 #157 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Mountain View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% 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?

21.0% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Bannock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

MARSH VALLEY JOINT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,205
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,781
District Rank
#3 of 6

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