Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montebello Park 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montebello Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Montebello Park Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montebello Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montebello Park Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7159 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montebello Park Elementary School's ranking?
Montebello Park Elementary School is ranked #7159 out of 9,602 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montebello Park Elementary School?
388 students attend Montebello Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Montebello Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montebello Park Elementary School?
Montebello Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Montebello Park Elementary School offer ?
Montebello Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montebello Park Elementary School part of?
Montebello Park Elementary School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
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