Serving 819 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monterey Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monterey Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Monterey Ridge Elementary School's student population of 819 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monterey Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey Ridge Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#180 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
59%
12%
Hispanic
8%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Ridge Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monterey Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Monterey Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stone Ranch Elementary School, Design 39 Campus, Del Sur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monterey Ridge Elementary School?
819 students attend Monterey Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Monterey Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monterey Ridge Elementary School?
Monterey Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Monterey Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Monterey Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Monterey Ridge Elementary School part of?
Monterey Ridge Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Monterey Ridge Elementary School located?
Monterey Ridge Elementary School is located in the 4S Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in 4S Ranch.
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