At a glance
Reported students
776
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
48.4
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
99th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
555.5
Mountain View Elementary: 776 reported students.
State peer staffing position
58th percentile
16:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 499
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40.34
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.4:1
What the reported data says about Mountain View Elementary
Mountain View Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Lacey. It is one of 24 current school records connected to North Thurston Public Schools. NCES reports 776 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 99th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16:1, close to the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (38.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (33.5%). English learners represent 12% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Mountain View Elementary
- 1How do the reported 16:1 student–teacher ratio and 48.4 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 12%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 64.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.8
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2.13
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White38.5%
- Hispanic33.5%
- Black5.2%
- Asian4.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander3.5%
- Multiracial14.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in North Thurston Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Meadows Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
765 reported students
South Bay Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
595 reported students
Horizons Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
580 reported students
Pleasant Glade Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
559 reported students
Olympic View Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
552 reported students
Lydia Hawk Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
496 reported students
Public schools near Mountain View Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lacey Elementary Elementary · North Thurston Public Schools | KG–05 | 368 | 0.9 mi |
| McKenny Elementary Elementary · Olympia School District | PK–05 | 322 | 1.7 mi |
| Ignite Family Academy Elementary · North Thurston Public Schools | KG–08 | 100 | 1.8 mi |
| Lakes Elementary School Elementary · North Thurston Public Schools | KG–05 | 495 | 1.9 mi |
| Pleasant Glade Elementary Elementary · North Thurston Public Schools | PK–05 | 559 | 2.3 mi |
| Seven Oaks Elementary Elementary · North Thurston Public Schools | PK–05 | 428 | 2.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Mountain View Elementary
What grades does Mountain View Elementary serve?
Mountain View Elementary reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in North Thurston Public Schools.
How many students attend Mountain View Elementary?
Mountain View Elementary reported 776 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 99th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 499 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Mountain View Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 16:1, based on 776 students and 48.4 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Mountain View Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Mountain View Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on North Thurston Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Mountain View Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
64.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Mountain View Elementary in?
Mountain View Elementary is part of North Thurston Public Schools, based in Lacey, WA, which operates 24 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Mountain View Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lacey Elementary (0.9 mi), McKenny Elementary (1.7 mi), Ignite Family Academy (1.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.