Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montclair Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Montclair Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montclair Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4197 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montclair Elementary School's ranking?
Montclair Elementary School is ranked #4197 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Montclair Elementary School often compared to?
Montclair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heather Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Montclair Elementary School?
526 students attend Montclair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Montclair Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montclair Elementary School?
Montclair Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montclair Elementary School offer ?
Montclair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Montclair Elementary School part of?
Montclair Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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