Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montalvo 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montalvo Elementary School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montalvo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montalvo Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#3962 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montalvo Elementary School's ranking?
Montalvo Elementary School is ranked #3962 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montalvo Elementary School often compared to?
Montalvo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mound Elementary School, Portola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montalvo Elementary School?
399 students attend Montalvo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Montalvo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montalvo Elementary School?
Montalvo Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montalvo Elementary School offer ?
Montalvo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montalvo Elementary School part of?
Montalvo Elementary School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Montalvo Elementary School located?
Montalvo Elementary School is located in the Montalvo neighborhood of Ventura, CA.
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