Serving 397 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montalvo Elementary serves the east part of Ventura, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montalvo Elementary School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Montalvo 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 Montalvo Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#3642 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
8%
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 #3642 out of 9,523 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 Portola Elementary School, Mound Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montalvo Elementary School?
397 students attend Montalvo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Montalvo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montalvo Elementary School?
Montalvo Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, 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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