Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montclaire Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montclaire 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
Montclaire Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montclaire Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montclaire Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#67 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
3%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montclaire Elementary School's ranking?
Montclaire Elementary School is ranked #67 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montclaire Elementary School often compared to?
Montclaire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montclaire Elementary School?
388 students attend Montclaire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Montclaire Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montclaire Elementary School?
Montclaire Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montclaire Elementary School offer ?
Montclaire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montclaire Elementary School part of?
Montclaire Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Montclaire Elementary School located?
Montclaire Elementary School is located in the Woodland Acres The Highlands neighborhood of Los Altos, CA.
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