Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montemalaga Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher 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 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Montemalaga Elementary serves the northwest part of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montemalaga Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montemalaga Elementary School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
Be your best self...the choice is yours.
School Rankings
Montemalaga Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montemalaga Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#139 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
42%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montemalaga Elementary School's ranking?
Montemalaga Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montemalaga Elementary School often compared to?
Montemalaga Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornerstone At Pedregal Elementary School, Silver Spur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montemalaga Elementary School?
416 students attend Montemalaga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Montemalaga Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montemalaga Elementary School?
Montemalaga Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montemalaga Elementary School offer ?
Montemalaga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montemalaga Elementary School part of?
Montemalaga Elementary School is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
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