Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Monterey Heights Elementary School 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 lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monterey Heights Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Campus Size
10
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Monterey Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey Heights Elementary School is 0.57, which is less 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
#4655 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Heights Elementary School is ranked #4655 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monterey Heights Elementary School?
371 students attend Monterey Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Monterey Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monterey Heights Elementary School?
Monterey Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monterey Heights Elementary School offer ?
Monterey Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Monterey Heights Elementary School part of?
Monterey Heights Elementary School is part of Lemon Grove School District.
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October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
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October 15, 2025 (Wednesday)
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October 16, 2025 (Thursday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed) (Events Calendar)
October 17, 2025 (Friday)
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