Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-8, International School Of Monterey ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International School Of Monterey ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
International School Of Monterey's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
428 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
International School Of Monterey ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of International School Of Monterey is 0.71, 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
#3606 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%

Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
11%
12%

Hispanic
45%
56%

Black
6%
5%

White
24%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 International School Of Monterey's ranking?
International School Of Monterey is ranked #3606 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are International School Of Monterey often compared to?
International School Of Montereyis often viewed alongside schools like Bay View Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend International School Of Monterey?
428 students attend International School Of Monterey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of International School Of Monterey students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of International School Of Monterey?
International School Of Monterey has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does International School Of Monterey offer ?
International School Of Monterey offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is International School Of Monterey part of?
International School Of Monterey is part of International School Of Monterey School District.
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