Serving 2,243 students in grades 9-12, Monte Vista High School ranks in the top 10% 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 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monte Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Monte Vista High School's student population of 2,243 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monte Vista High 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 Vista High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#523 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
9%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
47%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Vista High School's ranking?
Monte Vista High School is ranked #523 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monte Vista High School often compared to?
Monte Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Ramon Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monte Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Monte Vista High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Monte Vista High School?
2,243 students attend Monte Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Monte Vista High School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monte Vista High School?
Monte Vista High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Monte Vista High School offer ?
Monte Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Monte Vista High School part of?
Monte Vista High School is part of San Ramon Valley Unified School District.
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