Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gridley Street Elementary serves the northern part of San Fernando, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy's student population of 454 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy is 0.15, 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
#7679 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy's ranking?
Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy is ranked #7679 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy often compared to?
Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Winnetka Avenue Elementary School, Glenwood Elementary School, Sylmar Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy?
454 students attend Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy?
Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy offer ?
Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy part of?
Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy located?
Gridley-montanez Dual Language Academy is located in the Sylmar neighborhood of San Fernando, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Sylmar.
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