Below Average
#1920 of 2,221 schools in MO
Mountain View Elem.
Elementary School · MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III
502 N. Elm St., Mountain View, MO 65548
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,920 of 2,221
In Mountain View
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain View Elem.
Elementary School in Mountain View · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain View Elem.
Mountain View Elem. is a public elementary school in Mountain View, MO, part of MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III. Mountain View Elem. serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,920 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elem. show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Mountain View Elem. 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
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Mountain View Elem. — Students at Mountain View Elem. score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 1.9/10.
How Mountain View Elem. Compares
See how Mountain View Elem. 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
502 N. Elm St., Mountain View, MO 65548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RICHARDS ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby West Plains), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLENWOOD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 24.0 miles away, in nearby West Plains), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOWELL VALLEY ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 20.6 miles away, in nearby West Plains), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY SR. HIGH Mountain View | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Mountain View | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SUMMERSVILLE ELEM. Summersville | 12.7 mi | 5.0 |
| SUMMERSVILLE HIGH Summersville | 13.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BIRCH TREE ELEM. Birch Tree | 11.2 mi | 4.9 |
| JUNCTION HILL ELEM. West Plains | 17.2 mi | 5.3 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS HIGH Willow Springs | 14.7 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS MIDDLE Willow Springs | 14.7 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS ELEM. Willow Springs | 14.7 mi | 4.4 |
| RICHARDS ELEM. West Plains | 17.9 mi | 8.5 |
| WEST PLAINS ELEM. West Plains | 19.3 mi | 7.1 |
| OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL West Plains | 18.9 mi | — |
| WEST PLAINS MIDDLE West Plains | 19.8 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST PLAINS SR. HIGH West Plains | 19.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HOWELL VALLEY ELEM. West Plains | 20.6 mi | 8.3 |
| EMINENCE ELEM. Eminence | 20.7 mi | 7.9 |
| GLENWOOD ELEM. West Plains | 24.0 mi | 8.5 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. West Plains | 23.2 mi | 8.2 |
| RAYMONDVILLE ELEM. Raymondville | 24.8 mi | 6.2 |
| EMINENCE HIGH Eminence | 21.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,762
Median Home Value
$134,900
Median Rent
$508/mo
Population
6,432
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.8%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUSH ELEM. Fulton, MO | 4.4 |
| DANIEL YOUNG ELEM. Blue Springs, MO | 4.4 |
| EAST CARTER CO. R-II ELEM. Ellsinore, MO | 4.4 |
| ELDON UPPER ELEM. Eldon, MO | 4.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 4.4 |
| JAMESTOWN ELEM. Florissant, MO | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View Elem.
What grades does Mountain View Elem. serve?
Mountain View Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mountain View Elem.?
Mountain View Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elem. is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain View Elem. rank in MO?
Mountain View Elem. ranks #1,920 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Mountain View Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain View Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View Elem. has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mountain View Elem. a charter school?
No, Mountain View Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain View Elem. a Title I school?
No, Mountain View Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain View Elem.?
67.3% of students at Mountain View Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Howell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.0%
- Phone
- (417) 934-2550
Resources & Links
District
MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III- District Enrollment
- 1,211
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,483
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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