Mound Elementary: Top-Rated Ventura School for High Achievement (2026 List)

About Mound Elementary

Mound Elementary is located at 455 South Hill Road in the eastern Ventura area. The school serves grades K-5 with a total enrollment of 580 students. The student–teacher ratio is 22:1. Math proficiency is 73% and reading proficiency is 69%. The gender mix is 50% female and 50% male. The environment is academically focused and encourages a high level of student participation in all subjects. Teachers maintain a professional and orderly atmosphere that supports consistent learning throughout the school year. The school is known for its tradition of academic rigor and a high sense of student responsibility. This campus provides a clean and modern setting that is conducive to deep concentration and collaboration. Daily routines are strictly followed to ensure that instructional time is maximized for every grade level. The campus climate is one of high expectations and steady achievement for all students. Staff visibility is high to maintain a secure and focused environment across the entire property. Residential property prices range from $780,000 to $1,150,000. Community members appreciate the clear communication from administrators and the sense of stability on campus. This campus is one of the best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 73%

Reading 69%

State average proficiency is 73% in Math and 69% in Reading.

23

Full-time Teachers

22 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

2

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

525

Total Students

$101830

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 42.67%

Asian 11.62%

Hispanic 37.33%

Black 1.14%

Two+ Races 6.29%

Native Am. 0.76%

White

42.67%

Asian

11.62%

Hispanic

37.33%

Black

1.14%

Two+ Races

6.29%

Native Am.

0.76%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 525

47.05%

247 Female

52.95%

278 Male

Student Population

525 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

1050 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Mound Elementary Contact Information

Address

455 South Hill Rd., Ventura, CA, 93003

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Phone

(805) 289-1886

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Website

http://www.venturausd.org/mound.htm

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM – 2:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Mound Elementary is celebrating its history of high academic standards and community-driven education. The school recently changed the times of its bells to meet the district's needs for collaborative planning time. Principal Todd Tyner wants families to use the district's public data portal to stay up to date on the School Closures Advisory Committee.

FAQ

Q1. How does the Mound Elementary sibling priority system work?

Ans. Siblings of current students receive priority placement only if the older sibling will still be attending Mound next year.

Q2. Can twins receive sibling priority for Kindergarten at Mound?

Ans. No, sibling priority is not given to twins entering Kindergarten because neither child is currently enrolled at the school.

Q3. What is the core educational philosophy at Mound Elementary?

Ans. The school believes every student has a right to learn in a positive atmosphere free from unnecessary distractions or interruptions.

Q4. Are there any fees for the after-school programs at Mound?

Ans. While some programs are free, the YMCA "Expanded Learning" option may require weekly fees depending on family eligibility and space.

Q5. How does Mound handle School of Choice applications for out-of-boundary families?

Ans. Out-of-boundary families must apply through the district-wide SOC lottery held annually between November and December for the next year.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Frindle

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The Wild Robot

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James and the Giant Peach

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The Secret Language of Birds

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

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