Serving 442 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 34%). 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Montclaire Elementary serves the northwest part of Los Altos, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- 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 442 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
Growing and Glowing Together
School Rankings
Montclaire Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montclaire Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
53%
12%
Hispanic
5%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
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 #59 out of 9,523 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 34% 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?
442 students attend Montclaire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Montclaire Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montclaire Elementary School?
Montclaire Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, 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.
School Calendar
View the Montclaire Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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