Serving 315 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 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mountain View Middle School's student population of 315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To ensure learning for all; no limits, no excuses.
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 0.48, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
315 students attend Mountain View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mountain View Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain View Middle School?
Mountain View Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, 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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