Serving 327 students in grades 5-8, Mountain View Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain View Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Redding, CA, covering approximately 19.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mountain View Middle School's student population of 327 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain View Middle School ranks within the top 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 0.44, 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
#4254 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
73%
20%
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Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
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 #4254 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mountain View Middle School often compared to?
Mountain View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mountain View Middle School?
327 students attend Mountain View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mountain View Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain View Middle School?
Mountain View Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 5-8
What school district is Mountain View Middle School part of?
Mountain View Middle School is part of Columbia Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountain View Middle School located?
Mountain View Middle School is located in the Columbia neighborhood of Redding, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Columbia.
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