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Mountain View Elementary

Elementary School · Shelton School District

534 E. "K" St., Shelton, WA 98584

Enrollment

647

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,521 of 2,228

In Shelton

#6 of 12

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Shelton School District

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Mountain View Elementary

5.5/10

Elementary School in Shelton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.3/10

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About Mountain View Elementary

Mountain View Elementary is a public elementary school in Shelton, WA, part of Shelton School District. Mountain View Elementary serves approximately 647 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,521 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain View Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Mountain 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.5% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.3% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,578
Chronic Absenteeism47.1%

Mountain View Elementary — Students at Mountain View Elementary score 38% 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

68.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 54.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.3% (2024 SBA)

Based on 30 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
52%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
34.4%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
33.1%
ELA
44.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Mountain View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in WA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

Location

534 E. "K" St., Shelton, WA 98584

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grapeview Elementary & Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Grapeview), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southside Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mccleary Elem (rated 7.5/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Mccleary), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelton, see our Shelton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Olympic Middle School Shelton 0.1 mi 3.3
Oakland Bay Junior High School Shelton 0.4 mi 3.0
Cedar High School Shelton 0.4 mi 7.4
Shelton High School Shelton 0.7 mi 2.8
Evergreen Elementary School Shelton 1.0 mi 3.7
Choice Middle and High School Shelton 1.0 mi 4.0
Mason County Detention Center Shelton 1.1 mi
Shelton Open Doors Shelton 1.3 mi
MASON COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelton 1.3 mi 5.6
SHELTON VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelton 1.9 mi
Bordeaux Elementary School Shelton 2.1 mi 7.3
Southside Elementary Shelton 3.6 mi 7.5
Hood Canal Elementary School Shelton 7.5 mi 7.3
Pioneer Middle School Shelton 5.8 mi 6.2
Pioneer Elementary School Shelton 5.9 mi 3.7
Griffin School Olympia 11.2 mi 6.8
Grapeview Elementary & Middle School Grapeview 11.4 mi 8.0
McLane Elementary School Olympia 14.3 mi 6.5
Mccleary Elem Mccleary 14.1 mi 7.5
Julia Butler Hansen Elementary Olympia 13.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98584 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,149

Median Home Value

$365,200

Median Rent

$1,250/mo

Population

40,036

College Educated

21.3%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

41.3

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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 4th.

How many students attend Mountain View Elementary?

Mountain View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 647 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mountain View Elementary rank in WA?

Mountain View Elementary ranks #1,521 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Mountain View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Mountain View Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain View Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% 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?

68.5% 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
647
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Mason County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

District

Shelton School District
District Enrollment
4,527
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,578
District Rank
#3 of 8

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