Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monte Verde 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 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monte Verde 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
Monte Verde Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Monte Verde Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monte Verde Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#723 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
65%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Verde Elementary School's ranking?
Monte Verde Elementary School is ranked #723 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monte Verde Elementary School often compared to?
Monte Verde Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portola Elementary School, Buri Buri Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monte Verde Elementary School?
526 students attend Monte Verde Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Monte Verde Elementary School students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monte Verde Elementary School?
Monte Verde Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monte Verde Elementary School offer ?
Monte Verde Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Monte Verde Elementary School part of?
Monte Verde Elementary School is part of South San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Monte Verde Elementary School located?
Monte Verde Elementary School is located in the Westborough neighborhood of San Bruno, CA.
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