Serving 68 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Monte Rio Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Monte Rio Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 54.3 square miles in Monte Rio, CA. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monte Rio Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Monte Rio Elementary School's student population of 68 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
68 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monte Rio Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monte Rio Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2133 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
18%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Rio Elementary School's ranking?
Monte Rio Elementary School is ranked #2133 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monte Rio Elementary School often compared to?
Monte Rio Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guerneville Elementary (Charter) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monte Rio Elementary School?
68 students attend Monte Rio Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Monte Rio Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monte Rio Elementary School?
Monte Rio Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monte Rio Elementary School offer ?
Monte Rio Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Monte Rio Elementary School part of?
Monte Rio Elementary School is part of Monte Rio Union Elementary School District.
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