Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mountain View Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain View Elementary serves the eastern part of Santa Barbara, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 23 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain View Elementary School's student population of 351 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
Average Class Size
23 students
School Motto
“The mission of Mountain View School is to provide a comprehensive education that engages all students, staff and community in order to develop inquisitive, resilient learners for a diverse and dynamic world.”
School Rankings
Mountain View Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain View Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#736 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain View Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain View Elementary School is ranked #736 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mountain View Elementary School often compared to?
Mountain View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mountain View Elementary School?
351 students attend Mountain View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mountain View Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain View Elementary School?
Mountain View Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mountain View Elementary School offer ?
Mountain View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mountain View Elementary School part of?
Mountain View Elementary School is part of Goleta Union Elementary School District.
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