Average
#1040 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 47% in state
Mint Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Longview School District
2745 38th Avenue, Longview, WA 98632
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,040 of 2,228
In Longview
#6 of 18
public schools
In district
#6 of 17
Longview School District
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Mint Valley Elementary
Mint Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Longview, WA, part of Longview School District. Mint Valley Elementary serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mint Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,040 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mint Valley Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Mint Valley Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mint Valley Elementary — Students at Mint Valley Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Mint Valley Elementary Compares
See how Mint Valley Elementary 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
2745 38th Avenue, Longview, WA 98632
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mint Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Olympic Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST ROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Longview, see our Longview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Robert Gray Elementary Longview | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl Longview | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Olympic Elementary School Longview | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| R A Long High School Longview | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Monticello Middle School Longview | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Discovery High School Longview | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Discovery High School-Achieve Longview | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Longview Virtual Academy Longview | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Cascade Middle School Longview | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Columbia Heights Elementary Longview | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Northlake Elementary School Longview | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview | 2.2 mi | — |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Longview | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Saint Helens Elementary Longview | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Mark Morris High School Longview | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Kessler Elementary School Longview | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Mt. Solo Middle School Longview | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Kelso Virtual Academy Longview | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,705
Median Home Value
$355,200
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
50,845
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnes Elementary Kelso, WA | 6.5 |
| Black Lake Elementary Olympia, WA | 6.5 |
| Brentwood Elementary School Spokane, WA | 6.5 |
| CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 6.5 |
| Columbia Elementary Burbank, WA | 6.5 |
| Covington Elementary School Covington, WA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mint Valley Elementary
What grades does Mint Valley Elementary serve?
Mint Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mint Valley Elementary?
Mint Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mint Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mint Valley Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mint Valley Elementary rank in WA?
Mint Valley Elementary ranks #1,040 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mint Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mint Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Mint Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mint Valley Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mint Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Mint Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mint Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mint Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mint Valley Elementary?
77.1% of students at Mint Valley Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cowlitz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.2%
- Phone
- (360) 575-7581
Resources & Links
District
Longview School District- District Enrollment
- 6,378
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,280
- District Rank
- #6 of 17
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