Part of the Mountain View Whisman School District, Mariano Castro Elementary school has 510 students enrolled from pre-school through fifth grade. Its unique language programs draw families from both inside and outside of Mountain View. The school tailors programs that are aimed for students who want to learn to read, write and speak fluently in English and Spanish.
The Spanish-English Dual Immersion Program aims to make children fluent in both languages by teaching native English-speaking and native Spanish-speaking students together, emphasizing Spanish in the earlier grades (K-2) and English in the latter (3-5). The English neighborhood program has a rigorous curriculum and all core classes are taught in English.
One of two middle schools part of the Mountain View Whisman School District, Crittenden Middle School enrolls about 580 students and aims to prepare them with the academic and social tools they need to be successful high school students.
The teachers at Crittenden Middle School work hard to use the school's diversity to engage students and parents. Close to 25 percent of students have an affilitiation with one of the Armed Forces represented on the Moffett Field base.
Mountain View Los Altos High School District (MVLA UHSD) Office coordinates the education of students at Alta Vista High School, Los Altos High School, Mountain View High School and the local Adult Education program.
The administration, teachers and staff at MVLA UHSD believe in five core values -- quality, empowerment, teamwork, a personalized caring environment and the continuous improvement -- as necessary for the development of the students.
In addition, the Business Services division manages the maintenance, transportation, operation, contract, accounts payable/receivable, developer fees, insurance, facility usage and payroll/benefits for MVLA UHSD.
Alta Vista High School, an alternative high school environment part of the Mountain View Los Altos High School District, enrolls about 170 students between the 9th and 12th grade. Adjacent to Mountain View High School, Alta Vista is a smaller school environment with friendly and dedicated teachers where students have an opportunity to excel academically and socially.
Only one of two middle schools in the Mountain View Whisman School District, the Graham Middle School enrolls students in grades six to eight. As preparation for high school, pupils take an academically rigorous course-load in literature, writing, history, geography, mathematics, science, health and physical education.
The school has a diverse population, with more than 29 languages spoken. Students can choose to participate in a variety of sports teams, volunteer opportunities and artistic activities, including the school's literary magazine "Le Review."
Stevenson PACT Elementary School serves approximately 225 students enrolled in kindergarten through fifth grade and offers a holistic and progressive approach to child development as reflected in their curriculum and their strong emphasis on parental involvement.
Parents have contributed their own knowledge and experiences in the arts, organic gardening, carpentry, electricity, dance and through unique field trips.
To celebrate the unique diversity of PACT children, parent committees prepare off-site events each year such as Japanese New Year (or Chinese New Year) and Calaveras celebrations.