Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monterey Road Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monterey Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Monterey Road Elementary School's student population of 382 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monterey Road Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey Road Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Road Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Road Elementary School is ranked #1361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monterey Road Elementary School often compared to?
Monterey Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Benito Elementary School, Santa Margarita Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monterey Road Elementary School?
382 students attend Monterey Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Monterey Road Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monterey Road Elementary School?
Monterey Road Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monterey Road Elementary School offer ?
Monterey Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Monterey Road Elementary School part of?
Monterey Road Elementary School is part of Atascadero Unified School District.
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