Below Average
#1806 of 2,228 schools in WA
Mount View Elementary
Elementary School · Highline School District
10811 12th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98146
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,806 of 2,228
In Seattle
#114 of 123
public schools
In district
#19 of 34
Highline School District
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About Mount View Elementary
Mount View Elementary is a public elementary school in Seattle, WA, part of Highline School District. Mount View Elementary serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,806 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mount View Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Mount View 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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Mount View Elementary — Students at Mount View Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 4.6/10.
How Mount View Elementary Compares
See how Mount View 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
10811 12th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98146
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arbor Heights Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Park Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shorewood Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Burien), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI Seattle | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Cascade Middle School Seattle | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Evergreen High School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| White Center Heights Elementary Seattle | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Highline Open Doors 1418 Burien | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| THE COMMUNITY OF WEST SEATTLE Seattle | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Burien | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL NORTH AMERICA SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle | 1.1 mi | — |
| Shorewood Elementary Burien | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Highland Park Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Hazel Valley Elementary Burien | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Bridges Transition Seattle | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| GLENDALE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burien | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Chief Sealth International High School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| David T. Denny International Middle School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Arbor Heights Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Summit Public School: Atlas Seattle | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Concord International School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,460
Median Home Value
$642,300
Median Rent
$1,721/mo
Population
28,182
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blaine Elementary School Blaine, WA | 4.8 |
| Camelot Elementary School Auburn, WA | 4.8 |
| David Wolfle Elementary Kingston, WA | 4.8 |
| Fairmount Elementary Everett, WA | 4.8 |
| Impact Public Schools Tukwila, WA | 4.8 |
| Jenkins Creek Elementary School Covington, WA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount View Elementary
What grades does Mount View Elementary serve?
Mount View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mount View Elementary?
Mount View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount View Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount View Elementary rank in WA?
Mount View Elementary ranks #1,806 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mount View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Mount View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount View Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount View Elementary a charter school?
No, Mount View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mount View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount View Elementary?
69.0% of students at Mount View 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (206) 631-4500
Resources & Links
District
Highline School District- District Enrollment
- 17,823
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,594
- District Rank
- #19 of 34
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