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#308 of 719 schools in ID

Top 43% in state

Mountain View Middle School

Middle School · BLACKFOOT DISTRICT

645 MITCHELL ROAD, Blackfoot, ID 83221

Enrollment

526

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#308 of 719

In Blackfoot

#5 of 19

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

BLACKFOOT DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Mountain View Middle School

6.7/10

Middle School in Blackfoot · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mountain View Middle School

Mountain View Middle School is a public middle school in Blackfoot, ID, part of BLACKFOOT DISTRICT. Mountain View Middle School serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #308 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • ID avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,407
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

Mountain View Middle School — Students at Mountain View Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (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
62%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
44%

* 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 Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in ID
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

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

645 MITCHELL ROAD, Blackfoot, ID 83221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BLACKFOOT HERITAGE SIXTH GRADE (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SNAKE RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 8.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SNAKE RIVER JR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 7.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Blackfoot, see our Blackfoot schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
INDEPENDENCE ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Blackfoot 0.4 mi 3.5
BLACKFOOT HERITAGE SIXTH GRADE Blackfoot 0.6 mi 6.7
I T STODDARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blackfoot 1.0 mi 5.5
BLACKFOOT HIGH SCHOOL Blackfoot 1.0 mi 6.6
RIDGE CREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blackfoot 1.1 mi 5.6
VAUGHN HUGIE FAMILY ED CENTER Blackfoot 0.9 mi 3.1
BINGHAM ACADEMY Blackfoot 1.5 mi 7.5
DONALD D STALKER ELEMENTARY Blackfoot 1.6 mi 5.1
GROVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blackfoot 2.9 mi 6.8
BLACKFOOT CHARTER COMMUNITY Blackfoot 2.7 mi 4.1
IDAHO SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CHARTER SCHOOL Blackfoot 3.7 mi 5.0
WAPELLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blackfoot 5.4 mi 7.1
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blackfoot 5.3 mi 7.4
MORELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moreland 6.1 mi 5.7
SNAKE RIVER ONLINE Blackfoot 7.2 mi 5.6
SNAKE RIVER OPPORTUNITIES HIGH SCHOOL Blackfoot 7.2 mi
SNAKE RIVER OPPORTUNITIES ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Blackfoot 7.2 mi
SNAKE RIVER JR HIGH SCHOOL Blackfoot 7.4 mi 6.6
SNAKE RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Blackfoot 7.5 mi 5.2
SNAKE RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Blackfoot 8.8 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,889

Median Home Value

$250,200

Median Rent

$848/mo

Population

29,244

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

80.8%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain View Middle School

What grades does Mountain View Middle School serve?

Mountain View Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mountain View Middle School?

Mountain View Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Middle 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 Middle School rank in ID?

Mountain View Middle School ranks #308 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Mountain View Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mountain View Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Mountain View Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

42.4% of students at Mountain View Middle 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

District

BLACKFOOT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,859
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,407
District Rank
#3 of 11

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