Serving 708 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mountain View Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain View Elementary serves the west part of Hickory, NC, covering an area of approximately 20.4 square miles. Families typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain View Elementary School's student population of 708 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Mountain View Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain View Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#420 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)72%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
67%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain View Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain View Elementary School is ranked #420 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mountain View Elementary School often compared to?
Mountain View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakwood Elementary School, Sherrills Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mountain View Elementary School?
708 students attend Mountain View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mountain View Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain View Elementary School?
Mountain View Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mountain View Elementary School offer ?
Mountain View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain View Elementary School part of?
Mountain View Elementary School is part of Catawba County Schools.
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