Mountain View High School is a public high school outside of Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States. It is a part of Gwinnett County Public Schools. It opened for classes on August 10, 2009.
Serving 2,221 students in grades 9-12, Mountain View High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain View High School serves the northeast part of Lawrenceville, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 19.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 3.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching 5.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain View High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain View High School's student population of 2,221 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,221 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain View High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain View High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#343 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold, Vegas Gold
School Mascot
Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain View High School's ranking?
Mountain View High School is ranked #343 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mountain View High School often compared to?
Mountain View High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dacula High School, Meadowcreek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain View High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain View High School is 87%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Mountain View High School?
2,221 students attend Mountain View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Mountain View High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain View High School?
Mountain View High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mountain View High School offer ?
Mountain View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain View High School part of?
Mountain View High School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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