Serving 154 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mountain View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain View Elementary serves the eastern part of the Buena Vista, VA school district, covering an area of approximately 53.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a driving time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain View Elementary School's student population of 154 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Mountain View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain View Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#772 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
3%
21%
White
88%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain View Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain View Elementary School is ranked #772 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Mountain View Elementary School?
154 students attend Mountain View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mountain View Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain View Elementary School?
Mountain View Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mountain View Elementary School offer ?
Mountain View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Mountain View Elementary School part of?
Mountain View Elementary School is part of Rockbridge County School District.
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