Average
#991 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 44% in state
Mt. Solo Middle School
Middle School · Longview School District
5300 Mt. Solo Road, Longview, WA 98632
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#991 of 2,228
In Longview
#5 of 18
public schools
In district
#5 of 17
Longview School District
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Mt. Solo Middle School
Mt. Solo Middle School is a public middle school in Longview, WA, part of Longview School District. Mt.
Solo Middle School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Solo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #991 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Solo Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Mt. Solo Middle School 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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Mt. Solo Middle School — Students at Mt. Solo Middle School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
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: 7.2/10.
How Mt. Solo Middle School Compares
See how Mt. Solo Middle School 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
5300 Mt. Solo Road, Longview, WA 98632
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Solo Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Monticello Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cascade Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 3.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Longview, see our Longview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Gray Elementary Longview | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Mint Valley Elementary Longview | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Olympic Elementary School Longview | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl Longview | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Monticello Middle School Longview | 3.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Discovery High School Longview | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Discovery High School-Achieve Longview | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Longview Virtual Academy Longview | 3.5 mi | 3.0 |
| R A Long High School Longview | 3.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Saint Helens Elementary Longview | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Longview | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Cascade Middle School Longview | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview | 3.9 mi | — |
| Rainier Jr/Sr High School Rainier | 5.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Northlake Elementary School Longview | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Hudson Park Elementary School Rainier | 5.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Columbia Heights Elementary Longview | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Kessler Elementary School Longview | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Foothills Middle School Wenatchee, WA | 6.6 |
| Horizon Middle School Spokane Valley, WA | 6.6 |
| Reeves Middle School Olympia, WA | 6.6 |
| Stevens Middle School Port Angeles, WA | 6.6 |
| Vista Middle School Ferndale, WA | 6.6 |
| Greenacres Middle School Spokane Valley, WA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Solo Middle School
What grades does Mt. Solo Middle School serve?
Mt. Solo Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Mt. Solo Middle School?
Mt. Solo Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Solo Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Solo Middle School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Solo Middle School rank in WA?
Mt. Solo Middle School ranks #991 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mt. Solo Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Solo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Mt. Solo Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Solo Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Solo Middle School a charter school?
No, Mt. Solo Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Solo Middle School a Title I school?
No, Mt. Solo Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Solo Middle School?
58.5% of students at Mt. Solo Middle School 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 414
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cowlitz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (360) 577-2800
Resources & Links
District
Longview School District- District Enrollment
- 6,378
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,280
- District Rank
- #5 of 17
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