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#219 of 574 schools in SD

Top 38% in state

Based on limited data

Mountain View Elementary - 08

Elementary School · Spearfish School District 40-2

525 E Illinois, Spearfish, SD 57783

Last updated: July 2026

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on SD statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

166

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – Kindergarten

Enrollment

166

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – Kindergarten

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Dakota schools

#219 of 574

In Spearfish

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Spearfish School District 40-2

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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About Mountain View Elementary - 08

Mountain View Elementary - 08 is a public elementary school in Spearfish, SD, part of Spearfish School District 40-2. Mountain View Elementary - 08 serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #219 of 574 schools in SD.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it comparesOn par with district

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
District avg 6.9
SD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 166 students, Mountain View Elementary - 08 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics

Student Progress—Not Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.3Average49%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on SD state average

Resources & Environment7.4Very Good51%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$9,621

Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Mountain View Elementary - 08 Compares

See how Mountain View Elementary - 08 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

6.9/10

62th percentile in SD

Academic

6.3/10

Average

Environment

7.4/10

Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

12%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

14 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

10.8%

Location

525 E Illinois, Spearfish, SD 57783

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Elementary - 08 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitewood Elementary - 04 (rated 8.9/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Whitewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sturgis Elementary - 03 (rated 8.3/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Sturgis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Creekside Elementary - 07 (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spearfish, see our Spearfish schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Spearfish Middle School - 05 Spearfish	0.8 mi	573	5.1
Spearfish High School - 01 Spearfish	0.9 mi	771	6.1
West Elementary - 03 Spearfish	0.9 mi	348	6.8
Creekside Elementary - 07 Spearfish	1.3 mi	519	6.9
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills Elementary - 09 Spearfish	1.8 mi	7	—
Spearfish Academy at Canyon Hills High School - 10 Spearfish	1.8 mi	18	—
BLACK HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spearfish	2.7 mi	144	6.7
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07 Belle Fourche	10.9 mi	405	4.8
Lead-Deadwood Middle School - 02 Lead	10.6 mi	144	5.9
Lead-Deadwood High School - 01 Lead	10.6 mi	218	7.8
Lead-Deadwood Elementary - 03 Deadwood	9.9 mi	244	4.6
South Park Elementary - 03 Belle Fourche	11.6 mi	396	5.0
Belle Fourche High School - 01 Belle Fourche	12.0 mi	372	6.7
Belle Fourche Education Connection - 09 Belle Fourche	12.0 mi	35	3.8
North Park Elementary - 08 Belle Fourche	13.2 mi	88	6.9
Whitewood Elementary - 04 Whitewood	10.9 mi	124	8.9
Sturgis Elementary - 03 Sturgis	17.7 mi	538	8.3
Sturgis Williams Middle School - 02 Sturgis	17.7 mi	485	5.7
Sturgis Brown High School - 01 Sturgis	19.8 mi	839	5.9
Lead-Deadwood Career & Technical Education - 10 Nemo	24.4 mi	64	6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 57783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,970

Median Home Value

$332,300

Median Rent

$946/mo

Population

16,929

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

15.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary - 02 De Smet, SD	178	6.9
Castlewood Elementary - 02 Castlewood, SD	144	7.0
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rapid City, SD	127	7.1
IMACULATE CONCEPTION Watertown, SD	162	7.1
All City Elementary - 50 Sioux Falls, SD	145	6.7
Northwestern Elementary - 04 Mellette, SD	124	7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain View Elementary - 08

What grades does Mountain View Elementary - 08 serve?

Mountain View Elementary - 08 serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Mountain View Elementary - 08?

Mountain View Elementary - 08 has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary - 08?

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary - 08 is 11.9:1. 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 - 08 rank in SD?

Mountain View Elementary - 08 ranks #219 of 574 schools in SD.

What is Mountain View Elementary - 08's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Elementary - 08 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mountain View Elementary - 08 a charter school?

No, Mountain View Elementary - 08 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mountain View Elementary - 08 a Title I school?

No, Mountain View Elementary - 08 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain View Elementary - 08?

12.0% of students at Mountain View Elementary - 08 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.