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Mountain View Elementary

Elementary School · North Thurston Public Schools

1900 College St SE, Lacey, WA 98503

Enrollment

728

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,185 of 2,228

In Lacey

#15 of 24

public schools

In district

#15 of 24

North Thurston Public Schools

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Mountain View Elementary

6.2/10

Elementary School in Lacey · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Mountain View Elementary

Mountain View Elementary is a public elementary school in Lacey, WA, part of North Thurston Public Schools. Mountain View Elementary serves approximately 728 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,185 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.8% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-14 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,096
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

Mountain View Elementary — Students at Mountain View Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
60%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
46%
2024
Math
37.8%
ELA
43.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Mountain View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in WA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Location

1900 College St SE, Lacey, WA 98503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Glade Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lacey, see our Lacey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Komachin Middle School Lacey 0.9 mi 6.4
TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Lacey 1.1 mi 6.9
POPE JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL Lacey 0.9 mi 7.5
Lacey Elementary Lacey 0.9 mi 5.0
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Lacey 1.5 mi 7.5
Summit VIrtual Academy Lacey 1.5 mi 2.7
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey 1.6 mi 6.3
Envision Career Academy Lacey 1.6 mi 4.7
Chinook Middle School Lacey 1.7 mi 6.0
CAPITAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Olympia 1.4 mi
North Thurston High School Lacey 1.7 mi 5.3
Ignite Family Academy Lacey 1.8 mi 7.3
Timberline High School Lacey 1.8 mi 6.7
PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey 1.6 mi 8.0
THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL Lacey 1.6 mi 7.7
Lakes Elementary School Lacey 1.9 mi 6.8
Aspire Middle School Lacey 2.1 mi 6.4
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Lacey 1.6 mi 8.2
Pleasant Glade Elementary Lacey 2.3 mi 8.4
McKenny Elementary Olympia 1.7 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,515

Median Home Value

$407,700

Median Rent

$1,673/mo

Population

42,189

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

40.6

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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 5th.

How many students attend Mountain View Elementary?

Mountain View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 728 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary is 16.9:1. 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 rank in WA?

Mountain View Elementary ranks #1,185 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Mountain View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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.

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

67.9% of students at Mountain 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
728
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Thurston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

District

North Thurston Public Schools
District Enrollment
15,197
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,096
District Rank
#15 of 24

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