Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bella Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bella Vista Elementary serves the northern part of Monterey Park, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically find themselves within a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bella Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Bella Vista Elementary School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bella Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bella Vista Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#3422 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
85%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 1994–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bella Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Bella Vista Elementary School is ranked #3422 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bella Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Bella Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Potrero Heights Elementary School, Repetto Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bella Vista Elementary School?
530 students attend Bella Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bella Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bella Vista Elementary School?
Bella Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bella Vista Elementary School offer ?
Bella Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bella Vista Elementary School part of?
Bella Vista Elementary School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bella Vista Elementary School located?
Bella Vista Elementary School is located in the South Montebello neighborhood of Monterey Park, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Montebello.
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