Serving 1,387 students in grades 6-8, Mountain View Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mountain View Middle School's student population of 1,387 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
School Motto
Soar to Greatness!
School Rankings
Mountain View Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain View Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
57%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA 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 #370 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mountain View Middle School often compared to?
Mountain View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Mountain View Middle School?
1,387 students attend Mountain View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mountain View Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain View Middle School?
Mountain View Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountain View Middle School offer ?
Mountain View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain View Middle School part of?
Mountain View Middle School is part of Cumberland Valley School District.
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