Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Montara Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montara Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Montara Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montara Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montara Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3595 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montara Elementary School's ranking?
Montara Elementary School is ranked #3595 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Montara Elementary School?
481 students attend Montara Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Montara Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montara Elementary School?
Montara Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montara Elementary School offer ?
Montara Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Montara Elementary School part of?
Montara Elementary School is part of Barstow Unified School District.
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