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#5050 of 8,552 schools in TX
Mountain View EL
Elementary School · KILLEEN ISD
500 MOUNTAIN LION RD, Harker Heights, TX 76548
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,050 of 8,552
In Harker Heights
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#23 of 50
KILLEEN ISD
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Mountain View EL
Elementary School in Harker Heights · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain View EL
Mountain View EL is a public elementary school in Harker Heights, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Mountain View EL serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,050 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain View EL show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mountain View EL — Students at Mountain View EL score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.8/10.
How Mountain View EL Compares
See how Mountain View EL 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
500 MOUNTAIN LION RD, Harker Heights, TX 76548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAUDE MOORE WOOD EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Killeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is SKIPCHA EL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CEDAR VALLEY EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Killeen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harker Heights, see our Harker Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNION GROVE MIDDLE Harker Heights | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SKIPCHA EL Harker Heights | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MAUDE MOORE WOOD EL Killeen | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| HARKER HEIGHTS H S Harker Heights | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| TIMBER RIDGE EL Killeen | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| HARKER HEIGHTS EL Harker Heights | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| EASTERN HILLS MIDDLE Harker Heights | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| LIBERTY HILL MIDDLE Killeen | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| CEDAR VALLEY EL Killeen | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| NOLAN MIDDLE Harker Heights | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| IRA CROSS JR EL Killeen | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE Killeen | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| GATEWAY H S Killeen | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| NOLANVILLE EL Nolanville | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| EXCELLENT COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Killeen | 3.4 mi | — |
| CHAPARRAL H S Killeen | 3.2 mi | — |
| BELL COUNTY INSPIRE ACADEMY Killeen | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| BELL CO J J A E P Killeen | 3.7 mi | — |
| KILLEEN JJAEP Harker Heights | 3.7 mi | — |
| BELL CO J J A E P Temple | 3.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,847
Median Home Value
$268,000
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
33,071
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BASIS BENBROOK Benbrook, TX | 5.9 |
| BONNER EL Houston, TX | 5.9 |
| BULLOCK EL Garland, TX | 5.9 |
| BURKE EL San Antonio, TX | 5.9 |
| CALK-WILSON EL Corpus Christi, TX | 5.9 |
| CARPENTER EL Deer Park, TX | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View EL
What grades does Mountain View EL serve?
Mountain View EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mountain View EL?
Mountain View EL has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View EL is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain View EL rank in TX?
Mountain View EL ranks #5,050 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Mountain View EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain View EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View EL has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mountain View EL a charter school?
No, Mountain View EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain View EL a Title I school?
No, Mountain View EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain View EL?
48.9% of students at Mountain View EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 740
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (254) 336-1900
Resources & Links
District
KILLEEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 43,864
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #23 of 50
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