Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-6, John J. Montgomery Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 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-6
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John J. Montgomery Elementary serves the west part of San Jose, CA, covering approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John J. Montgomery Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
504 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
John J. Montgomery Elementary School 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 John J. Montgomery Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#4969 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
44%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 J. Montgomery Elementary School's ranking?
John J. Montgomery Elementary School is ranked #4969 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John J. Montgomery Elementary School often compared to?
John J. Montgomery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cadwallader Elementary School, James Franklin Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John J. Montgomery Elementary School?
504 students attend John J. Montgomery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of John J. Montgomery Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John J. Montgomery Elementary School?
John J. Montgomery Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John J. Montgomery Elementary School offer ?
John J. Montgomery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is John J. Montgomery Elementary School part of?
John J. Montgomery Elementary School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is John J. Montgomery Elementary School located?
John J. Montgomery Elementary School is located in the Brigadoon neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Brigadoon.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I went there last year now I`m in 7th grade.It`s a good school and you can make many friends just like mine and, even my sibling goes there.
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