Serving 178 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Montague 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montague Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Montague school district, covering an area of approximately 38.5 square miles in Montague, CA. Families typically have a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montague Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Montague Elementary School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
178 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montague 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 Montague Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#4065 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Montague Elementary School's ranking?
Montague Elementary School is ranked #4065 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montague Elementary School?
178 students attend Montague Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Montague Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montague Elementary School?
Montague Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montague Elementary School offer ?
Montague Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Montague Elementary School part of?
Montague Elementary School is part of Montague Elementary School District.
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