Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mountain View School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain View School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mountain View School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Mountain View School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain View School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#369 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
9%
12%
White
38%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain View School's ranking?
Mountain View School is ranked #369 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mountain View School?
342 students attend Mountain View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mountain View School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain View School?
Mountain View School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mountain View School offer ?
Mountain View School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mountain View School part of?
Mountain View School is part of Bristol School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountain View School located?
Mountain View School is located in the Forestville neighborhood of Bristol, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Forestville.
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