Serving 594 students in grades 7-8, Mountain View Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain View Middle serves a central area in Lamont, CA, covering approximately 3.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mountain View Middle School's student population of 594 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain View Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain View Middle School is 0.00, 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
#8243 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Mountain View Middle School is ranked #8243 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mountain View Middle School?
594 students attend Mountain View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mountain View Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain View Middle School?
Mountain View Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mountain View Middle School offer ?
Mountain View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Mountain View Middle School part of?
Mountain View Middle School is part of Lamont Elementary School District.
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