Serving 502 students in grades 3-6, Monte Cristo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monte Cristo Elementary serves the west part of Granite Falls, WA, covering an area of approximately 20.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monte Cristo Elementary School's student population of 502 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Monte Cristo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monte Cristo Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1500 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Cristo Elementary School's ranking?
Monte Cristo Elementary School is ranked #1500 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Monte Cristo Elementary School?
502 students attend Monte Cristo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Monte Cristo Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monte Cristo Elementary School?
Monte Cristo Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Monte Cristo Elementary School offer ?
Monte Cristo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monte Cristo Elementary School part of?
Monte Cristo Elementary School is part of Granite Falls School District.
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