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#401 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 19% in state

Mountain Bay Elementary

Elementary School · D C Everest Area School District

8602 Schofield Ave, Weston, WI 54476

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#401 of 2,105

In Weston

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 12

D C Everest Area School District

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Mountain Bay Elementary

8.1/10

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

D C Everest Middle

6.7/10

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8.4/10

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About Mountain Bay Elementary

Mountain Bay Elementary is a public elementary school in Weston, WI, part of D C Everest Area School District. Mountain Bay Elementary serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Bay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #401 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain Bay Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+15.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,829
Chronic Absenteeism8.5%

Mountain Bay Elementary — Students at Mountain Bay Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
65.2%
ELA
50.4%
2025
Math
69.6%
ELA
58.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.

How Mountain Bay Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
81th percentile in WI
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

Location

8602 Schofield Ave, Weston, WI 54476

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain Bay Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Ringle), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wausau Area Montessori Charter School (rated 7.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Wausau), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NEWMAN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT ST MARK (rated 6.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Rothschild), a more accessible option. For more schools in Weston, see our Weston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
D C Everest Middle Weston 0.3 mi 6.7
Riverside Elementary Ringle 2.2 mi 8.4
Weston Elementary Weston 2.9 mi 6.5
D C Everest Idea School Weston 3.0 mi 7.3
Odyssey Elementary Weston 3.0 mi 5.2
D C Everest High Weston 3.9 mi 4.6
D C Everest Junior High Weston 4.4 mi 4.8
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau 6.2 mi 6.2
ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Schofield 4.8 mi 3.3
Rothschild Elementary Rothschild 5.1 mi 6.7
NEWMAN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT ST MARK Rothschild 5.2 mi 6.8
Hawthorn Hills Elementary Wausau 5.9 mi 6.5
John Marshall Elementary Wausau 5.9 mi 4.9
East High Wausau 6.9 mi 5.0
Enrich Excel Achieve Learning Academy Wausau 6.9 mi 6.4
Wausau Area Virtual Education Wausau 6.4 mi 4.6
Horace Mann Middle Wausau 7.3 mi 7.3
Wausau Area Montessori Charter School Wausau 7.3 mi 7.2
NORTHLAND LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Kronenwetter 6.9 mi 6.9
Evergreen Elementary Rothschild 6.8 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54476 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,132

Median Home Value

$211,300

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

19,305

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Brillion Elementary Brillion, WI 8.1
Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School Eau Claire, WI 8.1
Janssen Elementary Combined Locks, WI 8.1
Lincoln-Erdman Elementary Sheboygan, WI 8.1
Parkview Elementary Orfordville, WI 8.1
RUSD Montessori Racine, WI 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain Bay Elementary

What grades does Mountain Bay Elementary serve?

Mountain Bay Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mountain Bay Elementary?

Mountain Bay Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Bay 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 Mountain Bay Elementary rank in WI?

Mountain Bay Elementary ranks #401 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Mountain Bay Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain Bay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Bay Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Bay Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mountain Bay Elementary a charter school?

No, Mountain Bay Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mountain Bay Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mountain Bay Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

38.9% of students at Mountain Bay 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Marathon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

District

D C Everest Area School District
District Enrollment
5,954
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,829
District Rank
#2 of 12

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