Serving 812 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Monte Bella Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tiburcio Vasquez Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Salinas, CA, encompassing approximately 55.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 13 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monte Bella Elementary School's student population of 812 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
812 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monte Bella Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monte Bella Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#5965 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Bella Elementary School's ranking?
Monte Bella Elementary School is ranked #5965 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monte Bella Elementary School often compared to?
Monte Bella Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spreckels Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monte Bella Elementary School?
812 students attend Monte Bella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Monte Bella Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monte Bella Elementary School?
Monte Bella Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monte Bella Elementary School offer ?
Monte Bella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Monte Bella Elementary School part of?
Monte Bella Elementary School is part of Alisal Union School District.
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