Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montair Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Montair Elementary serves the west part of Danville, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montair Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montair Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 5% 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
484 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montair Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montair Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#579 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
64%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
Showing 2004–2020. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Roadrunners
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montair Elementary School's ranking?
Montair Elementary School is ranked #579 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montair Elementary School often compared to?
Montair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Grande Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montair Elementary School?
484 students attend Montair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Montair Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montair Elementary School?
Montair Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montair Elementary School offer ?
Montair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montair Elementary School part of?
Montair Elementary School is part of San Ramon Valley Unified School District.
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