Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Monticello Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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-4
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Monticello Elementary School's student population of 658 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monticello Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1922 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
57%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Elementary School's ranking?
Monticello Elementary School is ranked #1922 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monticello Elementary School often compared to?
Monticello Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tom Hawkins Elementary School, Anthony C. Traina Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monticello Elementary School?
658 students attend Monticello Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Monticello Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monticello Elementary School?
Monticello Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monticello Elementary School offer ?
Monticello Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Monticello Elementary School part of?
Monticello Elementary School is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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