Orem School Guide
Mountain View High School, Orem
Everything a homebuyer needs on Mountain View High School: how it ranks, which Orem neighborhoods feed it, and what homes inside the boundary look like.
Last updated: July 27, 2026
The short answer
Mountain View High School is a public high school serving grades 10 to 12 in Orem’s Alpine School District. It carries a four-year graduation rate of about 85 percent, a 4 out of 10 GreatSchools rating, and one of the most decorated athletic histories in the state as the Bruins. It serves west and southwest Orem neighborhoods.
Alpine School District, 665 W Center Street, Orem, UT 84057.
Search Homes in the Mountain View High Boundary
How good is Mountain View High School?
Mountain View High earns a 4 out of 10 GreatSchools rating and operates at a student-to-teacher ratio of about 25 to 1. Its four-year graduation rate sits at roughly 85 percent, near the Utah average of about 88 percent. Test-score ratings run below some neighboring schools, but the school offers Advanced Placement coursework, a Gifted and Talented program, and a deep bench of athletics and activities.
Mountain View vs. the other Orem high schools
| School | Graduation rate | GreatSchools | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View High | 85% | 4/10 | 1,550 |
| Orem High | 91% | 6/10 | 1,225 |
| Timpanogos High | 90% | 7/10 | 1,470 |
Timpanogos currently carries the highest GreatSchools rating of the three Orem high schools. Mountain View’s standout is its athletic tradition rather than its test-score rating.
Athletics and activities
Mountain View is one of the most decorated athletic programs in Utah, with more than 90 UHSAA state championships and several national titles. The Bruins have historically been a statewide power in cross country and girls basketball. Mascot: the Bruins. Colors: cardinal, white, and gold. Established in 1980.
The Mountain View High boundary and feeder schools
West and southwest Orem neighborhoods feed Mountain View High, drawing from Orem Junior High and Lakeridge Junior High. Other parts of the city feed Orem High and Timpanogos. The lines split within Orem and can shift, so confirm your exact boundary before you rely on a feeder. Alpine School District’s school locator checks any specific address.
Note the district split ahead: beginning with the 2027 to 2028 school year, Orem, Lindon, Vineyard, and Pleasant Grove leave Alpine to form the new Timpanogos School District, which will run Mountain View High going forward. The attendance boundary itself is not expected to change, but the district name and administration will.
Homes in the Mountain View High boundary
The Mountain View High boundary covers established west and southwest Orem. As of July 2026 that is mostly settled single-family neighborhoods, with condos and townhomes mixed in and easy access to I-15 and the state route corridors. Like the rest of Orem, this area is generally one of central Utah County’s more attainable places to buy compared with the north-county cities, which keeps it in demand with families and first-time buyers. Treat any price snapshot as a moving target.
Search Homes in the Mountain View High Boundary
A local broker’s take
If schools are steering your Orem search, weigh Mountain View on the full picture. Its test-score rating trails its neighbors, but the athletic tradition is real and the west-Orem location is convenient and comparatively affordable. When you find a home you like, we will confirm its exact attendance area before you write an offer, since Orem’s three high school boundaries sit close together and a single street can change the assignment.
Explore the wider market on our Orem area page.
Enrolling and location
Families within the boundary receive guaranteed enrollment. Utah’s open enrollment policy allows applications from outside the boundary, subject to available space, through the Alpine School District.
When you are ready to find a home in the Mountain View High area, call 801-999-8005 or reach out here, and we will pull current listings inside the boundary and confirm the attendance area on any address you are considering.
Sources: SchoolDigger, GreatSchools, US News and World Report, the Utah State Board of Education, Wikipedia, and live listing data from zoomUTAH. School data reflects recent school years. Market notes reflect conditions as of July 2026 and change over time.
Mountain View High School, Orem FAQ
Frequently asked questions
-
What grades does Mountain View High School serve?
Mountain View High serves grades 10 to 12 in the Alpine School District, in Orem, Utah.
-
Is Mountain View High School a good school?
It holds a 4 out of 10 GreatSchools rating and a four-year graduation rate of about 85 percent. Its athletic program is among the most decorated in Utah, with more than 90 state championships.
-
What neighborhoods feed into Mountain View High?
West and southwest Orem neighborhoods feed Mountain View High, drawing from Orem Junior High and Lakeridge Junior High. Other parts of the city feed Orem High and Timpanogos, so confirm your exact boundary before you rely on a feeder.
-
Can I send my child to Mountain View if I live outside the boundary?
Often, yes. Utah's open enrollment lets you apply from outside the boundary, subject to available space, through the Alpine School District. Families inside the boundary receive guaranteed enrollment.
-
How do I find homes that feed into Mountain View High?
Search the Mountain View High attendance area directly on zoomUTAH, or reach out and we will pull current listings inside the boundary for you. Always verify the boundary on a specific address before you write an offer, since lines can change.
-
What are homes like in the Mountain View High boundary?
As of July 2026, the Mountain View High area covers established west and southwest Orem, with mostly settled single-family neighborhoods plus condos and townhomes. It is generally one of central Utah County's more attainable areas to buy.
Ready when you are
Let's talk about your move
23 years and more than 1,000 Utah closings. Tell me your goals and I will map the plan. No pressure, just a clear next step.
- 1,000+ Closed With My Team
- 23 yrs Utah Expertise
- Go-to-Market Prep · Price · Position