Very Good

#274 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 21% in state

Mountain View Elementary

Elementary School · Leslie County

170 Bear Trail, Hyden, KY 41749

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#274 of 1,284

In Hyden

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Leslie County

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Mountain View Elementary?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Read rating Nearby schools

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Elementary School in Hyden · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

1.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

6.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Mountain View Elementary

Mountain View Elementary is a public elementary school in Hyden, KY, part of Leslie County. Mountain View Elementary serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district

7.6

This school 7.6 · Very Good
District avg 7.7
KY avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Mountain View Elementary 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.

45% of students at Mountain View Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.6Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

View breakdown

Years of Data15

Annual Change-0.5 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendStable

Academics9.1Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

View breakdown

Math Proficiency50.5% (2025 KSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency65.8% (2025 KSA)

Overall Proficiency58% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)

vs. Expected+17.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile85th

Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

View breakdown

Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,046

Chronic Absenteeism45.3%

Mountain View Elementary — Students at Mountain View Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 56.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

Based on 43 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

72%

ELA

80%

2010

Math

67%

ELA

73%

2011

Math

33%

ELA

37%

2012

Math

32%

ELA

39%

2013

Math

35%

ELA

43%

2014

Math

36%

ELA

47%

2015

Math

38%

ELA

49%

2016

Math

58%

ELA

57%

2017

Math

50%

ELA

65%

2018

Math

50%

ELA

61%

2019

Math

50%

ELA

61%

2020*

Math

28%

ELA

45%

2021*

Math

28%

ELA

45%

2022

Math

37%

ELA

36%

2025

Math

50.5%

ELA

65.8%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Mountain View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score

7.6/10

79th percentile in KY

Academic

9.1/10

Excellent

Growth

8.6/10

Excellent

Environment

3.1/10

Needs Improvement

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

68%

Teaching Staff

17:1 student-teacher ratio

27 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

45.3%

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

170 Bear Trail, Hyden, KY 41749

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oneida Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Oneida), which scores notably higher. Another option is Green Hills Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 18.5 miles away, in nearby Bledsoe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, W B Muncy Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Wooton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hyden, see our Hyden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Leslie County High School Hyden	1.7 mi	488	8.0
Stinnett Elementary School Hoskinston	6.7 mi	334	7.0
W B Muncy Elementary School Wooton	5.5 mi	239	8.6
Big Creek Elementary Oneida	10.1 mi	124	8.1
Hayes Lewis Elementary School Yeaddiss	10.9 mi	131	7.5
RED BIRD CHRISTIAN SCHO Beverly	12.4 mi	137	8.8
Buckhorn School Buckhorn	13.2 mi	317	7.7
Perry County Alternative School Hazard	12.1 mi	3	—
West Perry Elementary School Hazard	12.1 mi	766	8.1
Perry County Central High School Hazard	13.4 mi	806	6.9
Learning Academy Hazard	13.4 mi	47	4.9
Hazard High School Hazard	12.9 mi	301	7.6
Roy G. Eversole Elementary School Hazard	13.1 mi	449	6.8
Hazard Middle School Hazard	13.3 mi	266	6.0
East Perry County Elementary School Hazard	14.3 mi	642	6.7
Viper Elementary School Viper	14.8 mi	303	8.4
Green Hills Elementary School Bledsoe	18.5 mi	128	8.9
Oneida Elementary School Oneida	15.7 mi	114	9.2
Robert W Combs Elementary School Happy	16.5 mi	361	4.5
Rosspoint Elementary School Baxter	20.3 mi	369	5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 41749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,167

Median Home Value

$81,500

Median Rent

$380/mo

Population

1,979

College Educated

20.7%

Homeownership

83.1%

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Blue Lick Elementary Louisville, KY	493	7.6
Crabbe Elementary School Ashland, KY	298	7.6
Glenn R Marshall Elementary School Richmond, KY	480	7.6
Jefferson Elementary School Henderson, KY	426	7.6
John W. Reiley Elementary School Alexandria, KY	502	7.6
Johns Creek Elementary School Pikeville, KY	619	7.6

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 8th.

How many students attend Mountain View Elementary?

Mountain View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary is 16.9:1. 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 KY?

Mountain View Elementary ranks #274 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Mountain View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

68.1% 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.