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#91 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 4% in state

Mountain View Elementary School

Elementary School · Mount Olive Township School District

118 CLOVER HILL DRIVE, Flanders, NJ 07836

Enrollment

575

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#91 of 2,466

In Flanders

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Mount Olive Township School District

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Mountain View Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Flanders · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mountain View Elementary School

Mountain View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Flanders, NJ, part of Mount Olive Township School District. Mountain View Elementary School serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+8.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,383
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Mountain View Elementary School — Students at Mountain View Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
86%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
55%
2024
Math
55.2%
ELA
54.7%
2025
Math
60.7%
ELA
66.2%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Mountain View Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

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

118 CLOVER HILL DRIVE, Flanders, NJ 07836

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sandshore Rd. Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Budd Lake), with a comparable rating. Another option is Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Succasunna), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Benedict A. Cucinella School (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Long Valley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flanders, see our Flanders schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Tinc Rd. Elementary School Flanders 1.9 mi 7.7
West Morris Central High School Chester 1.8 mi 6.9
Mount Olive High School Flanders 2.4 mi 5.7
Black River Middle School Chester 2.6 mi 7.8
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School Budd Lake 2.7 mi 6.7
Dickerson Elementary School Chester 3.1 mi 6.8
Bragg Elementary School Chester 3.2 mi 7.8
Kennedy Elementary School Succasunna 2.7 mi 4.1
Jefferson Elementary School Succasunna 3.0 mi 8.1
Mount Olive Middle School Budd Lake 2.8 mi 6.0
AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Succasunna 3.1 mi 7.5
Athletic Training and Physical Therapy Succasunna 4.0 mi 5.5
Roxbury High School Succasunna 4.0 mi 7.7
Netcong Elementary School Netcong 5.1 mi 5.8
Eisenhower Middle School Succasunna 4.2 mi 6.9
ST THERESE SCHOOL Succasunna 4.5 mi 4.7
Benedict A. Cucinella School Long Valley 4.0 mi 8.1
Sandshore Rd. Elementary School Budd Lake 4.5 mi 8.2
Lincoln/Roosevelt School Succasunna 4.7 mi 5.3
WESTMONT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mendham 4.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07836 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$154,743

Median Home Value

$517,800

Median Rent

$1,872/mo

Population

12,104

College Educated

51.5%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

44

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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 5th.

How many students attend Mountain View Elementary School?

Mountain View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary School is 11.1:1. 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 NJ?

Mountain View Elementary School ranks #91 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Mountain View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

16.7% 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

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