Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mountainview Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mountainview Elementary School's student population of 659 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountainview Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountainview Elementary School is 0.26, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
86%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountainview Elementary School's ranking?
Mountainview Elementary School is ranked #164 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Mountainview Elementary School often compared to?
Mountainview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School, Mylan Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mountainview Elementary School?
659 students attend Mountainview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mountainview Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountainview Elementary School?
Mountainview Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountainview Elementary School offer ?
Mountainview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountainview Elementary School part of?
Mountainview Elementary School is part of Monongalia County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountainview Elementary School located?
Mountainview Elementary School is located in the First Ward neighborhood of Morgantown, WV. There are 2 other public schools located in First Ward.
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