Serving 919 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Monterey Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monterey Highlands 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
Monterey Highlands Elementary School's student population of 919 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monterey Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey Highlands Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#708 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Highlands Elementary School is ranked #708 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monterey Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Monterey Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brightwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monterey Highlands Elementary School?
919 students attend Monterey Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Monterey Highlands Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monterey Highlands Elementary School?
Monterey Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monterey Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Monterey Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Monterey Highlands Elementary School part of?
Monterey Highlands Elementary School is part of Alhambra Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break- No School (School Events)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Minimum Day/Last Day of School (School Events)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
First Day of School (School Events)
August 12, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break-No School (School Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break-No School (School Events)
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
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