Excellent
#277 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 10% in state
Mountain View Elementary
Elementary School · Catawba County Schools
5911 Dwayne Starnes Road, Hickory, NC 28602
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#277 of 2,648
In Hickory
#2 of 17
public schools
In district
#1 of 27
Catawba County Schools
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain View Elementary
Elementary School in Hickory · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain View Elementary
Mountain View Elementary is a public elementary school in Hickory, NC, part of Catawba County Schools. Mountain View Elementary serves approximately 713 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #277 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mountain View Elementary — Students at Mountain View Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from NC 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: 8.4/10.
How Mountain View Elementary Compares
See how Mountain View Elementary 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
5911 Dwayne Starnes Road, Hickory, NC 28602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakwood Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 5.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Icard Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Connelly Springs), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Longview Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 4.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hickory, see our Hickory schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Primary Hickory | 3.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Fred T Foard High Newton | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Jacobs Fork Middle Newton | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| REFLECTIONS OF CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hildebran | 3.9 mi | — |
| Longview Elementary Hickory | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Hildebran Elementary Hildebran | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Grandview Middle Hickory | 4.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Blackburn Elementary Newton | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Oakwood Elementary Hickory | 5.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Banoak Elementary Vale | 5.8 mi | 6.5 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hickory | 5.8 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Hickory | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Hickory Career Arts Magnet High School Hickory | 6.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Ray Childers Elementary Hickory | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| East Burke Middle Connelly Springs | 5.9 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI AT SANDY FORD Newton | 5.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Viewmont Elementary Hickory | 6.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Hickory High Hickory | 6.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Challenger Early College High Hickory | 6.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Icard Elementary Connelly Springs | 6.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,031
Median Home Value
$180,300
Median Rent
$830/mo
Population
29,273
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
40.9
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|---|---|
| Bethany Elementary Reidsville, NC | 8.3 |
| Myers Park Traditional Elem Charlotte, NC | 8.3 |
| North Topsail Elementary Hampstead, NC | 8.3 |
| Olde Providence Elementary Charlotte, NC | 8.3 |
| Palisades Park Elementary Charlotte, NC | 8.3 |
| Pittsboro Elementary Pittsboro, NC | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View Elementary
What grades does Mountain View Elementary serve?
Mountain View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mountain View Elementary?
Mountain View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 713 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary is 15.8:1. 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 NC?
Mountain View Elementary ranks #277 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Mountain View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% 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?
50.6% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 713
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Catawba County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (828) 294-2020
Resources & Links
District
Catawba County Schools- District Enrollment
- 15,880
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,487
- District Rank
- #1 of 27
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