Serving 267 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Monte Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Monte Vista Elementary serves the eastern part of Santa Barbara, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monte Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Monte Vista Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monte Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monte Vista Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1459 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
57%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Monte Vista Elementary School is ranked #1459 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monte Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Monte Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monte Vista Elementary School?
267 students attend Monte Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Monte Vista Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monte Vista Elementary School?
Monte Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monte Vista Elementary School offer ?
Monte Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Monte Vista Elementary School part of?
Monte Vista Elementary School is part of HOPE Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Monte Vista Elementary School located?
Monte Vista Elementary School is located in the San Roque neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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