Serving 840 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 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: 84%
- Reading Proficiency: 83%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monterey Ridge Elementary School's student population of 840 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Monterey Ridge Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
59%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Monterey Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Monterey Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Design 39 Campus, Stone Ranch Elementary School, Del Sur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Monterey Ridge Elementary School?
840 students attend Monterey Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Monterey Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 10% 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 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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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