Serving 917 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 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Monterey Highlands Elementary serves the southwest area of Monterey Park, CA, covering approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the school, while the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.8 miles away.
- 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 917 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
917 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
Monterey Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 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
#566 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
58%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Highlands Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 9,523 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?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
917 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, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
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
View the Monterey Highlands Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Minimum Day- Spring Break Eve
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
Spring Break- No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
Minimum Day- Last Day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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