Serving 738 students in grades 6-8, Monte Vista Middle 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monte Vista Middle serves the southern part of Tracy, CA, covering an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monte Vista Middle School's student population of 738 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
738 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Motto
Sending the best freshmen to high school
School Rankings
Monte Vista Middle 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 Vista Middle School is 0.58, 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
#6567 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Mustang Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Vista Middle School's ranking?
Monte Vista Middle School is ranked #6567 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monte Vista Middle School?
738 students attend Monte Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Monte Vista Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monte Vista Middle School?
Monte Vista Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monte Vista Middle School offer ?
Monte Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Monte Vista Middle School part of?
Monte Vista Middle School is part of Tracy Joint Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Monte Vista Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School, Fall Break
October 05, 2026 (Monday)
No School, Fall Break
October 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School, Fall Break
October 07, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School, Fall Break
October 08, 2026 (Thursday)
No School, Fall Break
October 09, 2026 (Friday)
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