| Metric | Mountain Views Unified Union School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,027 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 6 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $21,185/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 20% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Views Unified Union School District (this district) | 10/10 | 95th | 1,027 |
| Green Mountain Unified School District | 6/10 | 57th | 689 |
| Mount Ascutney School District 86 | 2/10 | 10th | 644 |
| Springfield School District | 1/10 | 4th | 1,243 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 85 rated districts in VT → 95th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Vermont Agency of Education VTCAP, grades 3–8 ELA & Math, Proficient and Above, 2024–25 school year; district figures aggregated from school-level results. Full methodology →
- Reading Elementary School — 4.1 mi · Grades PK–4 · 34 students
- Woodstock Union Middle/High School — 7.7 mi · Grades 7–12 · 440 students
- Woodstock Elementary School — 8.7 mi · Grades PK–6 · 273 students
- Prosper Valley School — 10.7 mi · Grades 5–6 · 90 students
- Killington Elementary School — 14.5 mi · Grades PK–6 · 112 students
- Barnard Academy — 15.6 mi · Grades PK–6 · 57 students
About Mountain Views Unified Union School District
Families in zip code 05062 (Reading, Vermont) are assigned to Mountain Views Unified Union School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Mountain Views Unified Union School District 10 out of 10 — top-tier among Vermont public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Vermont’s VTCAP grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Vermont is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Mountain Views Unified Union School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Vermont on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 05062 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 05062
Children in zip code 05062 are assigned to Mountain Views Unified Union School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 05062, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Mountain Views Unified Union School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Vermont districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Reading
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Mountain Views Unified Union School District serves zip code 05062, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 05062. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Vermont, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Mountain Views Unified Union School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 05062.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Mountain Views Unified Union School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 05062 data.