Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montclair Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Montclair Elementary School serves the northeast part of Orange Park, FL, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montclair Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montclair Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1340 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montclair Elementary School's ranking?
Montclair Elementary School is ranked #1340 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Montclair Elementary School often compared to?
Montclair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Elementary School, Orange Park Elementary School, S Bryan Jennings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Montclair Elementary School?
402 students attend Montclair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Montclair Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montclair Elementary School?
Montclair Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montclair Elementary School offer ?
Montclair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montclair Elementary School part of?
Montclair Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It's a WONDERFUL small neighborhood school! Private school size, with the public school cost.
5 10/10/2025
Montclair Elementary is terrific. The teachers, staff, principal and assistant principal actually care about the students. My child has definitely thrived in The Montclair Family environment. I highly recommend Montclair Elementary School.
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