Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montebello Gardens Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montebello Gardens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Montebello Gardens Elementary School's student population of 230 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montebello Gardens Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montebello Gardens Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1817 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Montebello Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montebello Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Montebello Gardens Elementary School is ranked #1817 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montebello Gardens Elementary School?
230 students attend Montebello Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Montebello Gardens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montebello Gardens Elementary School?
Montebello Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montebello Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Montebello Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montebello Gardens Elementary School part of?
Montebello Gardens Elementary School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Montebello Gardens Elementary School located?
Montebello Gardens Elementary School is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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