Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montclair 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Math Proficiency: 68%
- Reading Proficiency: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Montclair Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Montclair Elementary School is 0.75, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montclair Elementary School often compared to?
Montclair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornhill 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 40% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Montclair Elementary School?
546 students attend Montclair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Montclair Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montclair Elementary School?
Montclair Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montclair Elementary School offer ?
Montclair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montclair Elementary School part of?
Montclair Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Montclair Elementary School located?
Montclair Elementary School is located in the Montclair neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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