Serving 660 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John B. Monlux Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John B. Monlux Elementary serves the northern part of the North Hollywood, CA school district, with an attendance zone that covers approximately 1 square mile. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John B. Monlux Elementary School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
John B. Monlux 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 John B. Monlux Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#3080 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
67%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 John B. Monlux Elementary School's ranking?
John B. Monlux Elementary School is ranked #3080 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John B. Monlux Elementary School?
660 students attend John B. Monlux Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of John B. Monlux Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John B. Monlux Elementary School?
John B. Monlux Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John B. Monlux Elementary School offer ?
John B. Monlux Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is John B. Monlux Elementary School part of?
John B. Monlux Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John B. Monlux Elementary School located?
John B. Monlux Elementary School is located in the Valley Glen neighborhood of North Hollywood, CA.
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