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Mountain View Elementary

Elementary School · McMinn County

145 Co Road 627, Etowah, TN 37331

Enrollment

557

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,070 of 1,786

In Etowah

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

McMinn County

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Mountain View Elementary

6.0/10

Elementary School in Etowah · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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6.2/10

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About Mountain View Elementary

Mountain View Elementary is a public elementary school in Etowah, TN, part of McMinn County. Mountain View Elementary serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,070 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Mountain View Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,532
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Mountain View Elementary — Students at Mountain View Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
29%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
33%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
34.7%
ELA
33%
2025
Math
39.5%
ELA
28%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Mountain View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
40th percentile in TN
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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

145 Co Road 627, Etowah, TN 37331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Etowah Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charleston Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Englewood Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Englewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Etowah, see our Etowah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Etowah Elementary Etowah 0.5 mi 7.4
Central High School Englewood 4.2 mi 6.2
ANTIOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Englewood 6.9 mi 5.0
Englewood Elementary Englewood 7.6 mi 7.3
CHRIST'S LEGACY ACADEMY Athens 8.2 mi 5.7
Athens City Middle School Athens 8.4 mi 6.0
FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Athens 9.1 mi 6.0
VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Riceville 7.9 mi 5.4
SHENANDOAH RANCH ACADEMY Calhoun 8.6 mi
McMinn High School Athens 9.5 mi 5.1
Polk County High School Benton 9.9 mi 6.8
Riceville Elementary Riceville 9.3 mi 7.1
Rural Vale Elementary Tellico Plains 9.6 mi 3.6
Benton Elementary Benton 11.8 mi 6.6
Chilhowee Middle School Benton 12.0 mi 7.5
Polk Innovative Learning Academy Benton 12.0 mi 3.5
Niota Elementary Niota 13.3 mi 5.7
Calhoun Elementary Calhoun 11.6 mi 6.9
E K Baker Elementary Athens 13.9 mi 7.2
Charleston Elementary School Charleston 12.7 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,484

Median Home Value

$171,000

Median Rent

$837/mo

Population

7,653

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

77.2%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain View Elementary

What grades does Mountain View Elementary serve?

Mountain View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Mountain View Elementary?

Mountain View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary is 16.4:1. 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 TN?

Mountain View Elementary ranks #1,070 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Mountain View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
3 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
McMinn County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

District

McMinn County
District Enrollment
5,126
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,532
District Rank
#7 of 9

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