Excellent
#66 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 3% in state
Mountain View School
Middle School · Mendham Borough School District
100 DEAN ROAD, Mendham, NJ 07945
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#66 of 2,466
In Mendham
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Mendham Borough School District
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain View School
Middle School in Mendham · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain View School
Mountain View School is a public middle school in Mendham, NJ, part of Mendham Borough School District. Mountain View School serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #66 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain View School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Mountain View School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Mountain View School — Students at Mountain View School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 47 test records from NJ 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: 7.7/10.
How Mountain View School Compares
See how Mountain View School 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
100 DEAN ROAD, Mendham, NJ 07945
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bernardsville Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Bernardsville), with a comparable rating. Another option is Randolph Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Randolph), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mendham Township Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Brookside), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mendham, see our Mendham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hilltop School Mendham | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| West Morris Mendham High School Mendham | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Mendham Township Elementary School Brookside | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| WESTMONT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mendham | 2.0 mi | — |
| Mendham Township Middle School Brookside | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Ironia School Randolph | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville | 3.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School Bernardsville | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| LITTLE VILLAGE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Randolph | 3.8 mi | — |
| SCHOOL OF SAINT ELIZABETH Bernardsville | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Bernards High School Bernardsville | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Shongum School Randolph | 4.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Center Grove School Randolph | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| DELBARTON SCHOOL Morristown | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Black River Middle School Chester | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| GOTTESMAN RTW ACADEMY Randolph | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Randolph High School Randolph | 4.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Bragg Elementary School Chester | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Randolph Middle School Randolph | 5.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Dickerson Elementary School Chester | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07945 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$243,665
Median Home Value
$894,200
Median Rent
$3,432/mo
Population
9,771
College Educated
77.9%
Homeownership
91.7%
Avg Commute
38.3 min
Poverty Rate
1.9%
Median Age
46.3
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|---|---|
| Eugene A. Tighe Middle School Margate, NJ | 9.0 |
| Explore Middle School Jersey City, NJ | 9.0 |
| Richard Butler School Butler, NJ | 8.8 |
| Ventnor Middle School Ventnor, NJ | 8.8 |
| Long Pond School Newton, NJ | 9.1 |
| Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell, NJ | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View School
What grades does Mountain View School serve?
Mountain View School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Mountain View School?
Mountain View School has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain View School rank in NJ?
Mountain View School ranks #66 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mountain View School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mountain View School a charter school?
No, Mountain View School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain View School a Title I school?
No, Mountain View School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain View School?
3.7% of students at Mountain View 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.7%
- Phone
- (973) 543-7075
Resources & Links
District
Mendham Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 492
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,876
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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