Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Montevideo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Montevideo Elementary serves the west part of Mission Viejo, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montevideo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montevideo Elementary School's student population of 444 students has grown by 112% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Motto
WE ROCK!
School Rankings
Montevideo Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montevideo Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2429 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montevideo Elementary School's ranking?
Montevideo Elementary School is ranked #2429 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montevideo Elementary School often compared to?
Montevideo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castille Elementary School, Bathgate Elementary School, De Portola 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 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montevideo Elementary School?
444 students attend Montevideo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Montevideo Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montevideo Elementary School?
Montevideo Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montevideo Elementary School offer ?
Montevideo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Montevideo Elementary School part of?
Montevideo Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Montevideo Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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