Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monterey Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monterey Elementary serves the northeast part of Roanoke, VA, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monterey Elementary School's student population of 508 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we are building tomorrow’s future.
School Rankings
Monterey Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1534 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
37%
20%
Black
25%
21%
White
26%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Elementary School is ranked #1534 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Monterey Elementary School often compared to?
Monterey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Preston Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Monterey Elementary School?
508 students attend Monterey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Monterey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monterey Elementary School?
Monterey Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monterey Elementary School offer ?
Monterey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monterey Elementary School part of?
Monterey Elementary School is part of Roanoke City School District.
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