Serving 745 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Monte Vista Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monte Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Monte Vista Elementary School's student population of 745 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monte Vista Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monte Vista Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1767 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
89%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Monte Vista Elementary School is ranked #1767 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Monte Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Monte Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Hearts Academies - Trivium Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Monte Vista Elementary School?
745 students attend Monte Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Monte Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monte Vista Elementary School?
Monte Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Monte Vista Elementary School offer ?
Monte Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Monte Vista Elementary School part of?
Monte Vista Elementary School is part of Creighton Elementary District (4263) School District.
In what neighborhood is Monte Vista Elementary School located?
Monte Vista Elementary School is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 26 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
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