Serving 570 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monterey Hills 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 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Monterey Hills Elementary serves a central area of South Pasadena, CA, encompassing approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest part of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monterey Hills 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 Hills Elementary School's student population of 570 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
570 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1968
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Rankings
Monterey Hills 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 Monterey Hills Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#429 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
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)11.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Hills Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monterey Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Monterey Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo Vista Elementary School, Marengo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monterey Hills Elementary School?
570 students attend Monterey Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Monterey Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monterey Hills Elementary School?
Monterey Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monterey Hills Elementary School offer ?
Monterey Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Monterey Hills Elementary School part of?
Monterey Hills Elementary School is part of South Pasadena Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - All Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - All Schools Closed
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - All Schools Closed
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - All Schools Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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