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Mountain View Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 827 students

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5 stars

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Posted November 5, 2010

A school is only as good as its Principal. We have a wonderful School because Mr. Hughes cares about the kids, teachers, and families that attend Mountain View Elementary.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 3, 2010

Mountain View is accessible. The teachers are committed to their children. They work together through tough economic times to minimize the impact of budget cuts on their kids and to excel in pioneering vanguard programs such as multi-age classroom learning.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 7, 2010

The principal is supportive of the students, teachers, and parents. He makes sure the student and teacher are a good fit and listens to parent concerns. The multi age classes are a wonderful alternative to a traditional classroom. Multiple field trips (more than other local schools) enhance the learning experience.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 6, 2010

MVE is such a great school, we can not afford not to lose any of the great teachers!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 6, 2010

MVE is such a great school!!! Teachers and staff are wonderful..
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 1, 2009

Mt. View is a fine school if you are local but after moving and seeing what is outside of SC it is very discouraging. Yes, Mr. Hughes is nice and knows his students but that does not mean my child is getting the education he needs. School is dismissed far earlier than other elementary schools in this district (2pm) and the end of the school year is a joke. There has been little taught or learned since spring break due to the slack and almost arrogant attitude displayed by many staff. Attendance is not taked past Awards Day in May. At the end of the school year, my child watched movies and played outside for over 2 weeks. That is unacceptable! There is a major lack of communication there, too. I'm giving it one more year before we go private.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 3, 2008

I could not ask for more. Mountain view is a wonderful school. The principl, Mr. Hughes, is amazing with his students. He cares for every child and knows every child by name (amazing!) I highly reccommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 28, 2008

This is a tig-er-ific school. Mr. Hughes and the teachers are wonderful, they care and it shows. Everyone is so friendly, I have never seen a school that had so many parents involved in their childs education. It makes me proud to be part of such greatness!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 22, 2006

Excellent school with atmosphere for academic achievment. Mountain view is also known for it's emphasis on core values and building character. The Principal, Mr. Hughes knows every child by name. Parents are very involved and always welcome.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 4, 2004

Great learning enviroment. Teachers and staff warm and friendly. Volunteers are greatly appreciated.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 80% in 2012.

129 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
84%
Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2012.

129 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
71%
Science

The state average for Science was 61% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
58%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 75% in 2012.

64 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
80%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 71% in 2010.

124 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
75%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 South Carolina used the Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (PASS) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in writing, English/Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science. The PASS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of South Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See South Carolina's state standards

Source: South Carolina Department of Education

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 78% in 2012.

130 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
81%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

130 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
87%
Science

The state average for Science was 74% in 2012.

130 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
77%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 81% in 2012.

130 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
85%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 72% in 2010.

137 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
77%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 South Carolina used the Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (PASS) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in writing, English/Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science. The PASS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of South Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See South Carolina's state standards

Source: South Carolina Department of Education

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 77% in 2012.

140 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
84%
Math

The state average for Math was 76% in 2012.

140 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
80%
Science

The state average for Science was 72% in 2012.

70 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
79%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 70% in 2012.

70 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
76%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 74% in 2012.

140 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
87%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 South Carolina used the Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (PASS) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in writing, English/Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science. The PASS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of South Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See South Carolina's state standards

Source: South Carolina Department of Education

English/Language Arts

All Students88%
Female94%
Male81%
African-American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White87%
Subsidized meals78%
Full-pay meals94%
Disabled48%
Not disabled97%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English88%
Non-migrant88%

Math

All Students81%
Female84%
Male77%
African-American60%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White83%
Subsidized meals72%
Full-pay meals86%
Disabled44%
Not disabled90%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English81%
Non-migrant81%

Science

All Students61%
Female62%
Male59%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White60%
Subsidized meals64%
Full-pay meals59%
Disabled21%
Not disabled71%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English61%
Non-migrant61%

Social Studies

All Students88%
Female91%
Male84%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White91%
Subsidized meals75%
Full-pay meals95%
Disabled82%
Not disabled89%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English89%
Non-migrant88%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 South Carolina used the Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (PASS) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in writing, English/Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science. The PASS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of South Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the South Carolina Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See South Carolina's state standards

Source: South Carolina Department of Education

English/Language Arts

All Students92%
Female97%
Male84%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White94%
Subsidized meals81%
Full-pay meals98%
Disabled44%
Not disabled98%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English94%
Non-migrant92%

Math

All Students90%
Female93%
Male86%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White91%
Subsidized meals83%
Full-pay meals94%
Disabled44%
Not disabled97%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English90%
Non-migrant90%

Science

All Students85%
Female88%
Male82%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White87%
Subsidized meals72%
Full-pay meals93%
Disabled44%
Not disabled91%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English87%
Non-migrant85%

Social Studies

All Students91%
Female92%
Male89%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White92%
Subsidized meals83%
Full-pay meals95%
Disabled69%
Not disabled94%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English91%
Non-migrant91%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 South Carolina used the Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (PASS) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in writing, English/Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science. The PASS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of South Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the South Carolina Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See South Carolina's state standards

Source: South Carolina Department of Education

English/Language Arts

All Students88%
Female91%
Male84%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White89%
Subsidized meals81%
Full-pay meals92%
Disabled64%
Not disabled92%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English88%
Non-migrant88%

Math

All Students84%
Female87%
Male81%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White85%
Subsidized meals85%
Full-pay meals84%
Disabled55%
Not disabled90%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English84%
Non-migrant84%

Science

All Students81%
Female79%
Male83%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White82%
Subsidized meals68%
Full-pay meals91%
Disabled50%
Not disabled87%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English81%
Non-migrant81%

Social Studies

All Students87%
Female86%
Male88%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White89%
Subsidized meals78%
Full-pay meals90%
Disabled58%
Not disabled93%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English87%
Non-migrant87%

Writing

All Students83%
Female90%
Male76%
African-Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White84%
Subsidized meals74%
Full-pay meals87%
Disabled45%
Not disabled90%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English83%
Non-migrant83%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 South Carolina used the Palmetto Assessment of State Standards (PASS) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in writing, English/Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science. The PASS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of South Carolina. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the South Carolina Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See South Carolina's state standards

Source: South Carolina Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 90% 53%
Black 5% 39%
Hispanic 4% 5%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 34%N/A52%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A16
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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6350 Mountain View Rd
Taylors, SC 29687
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Phone: (864) 355-6800

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