Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Monterey Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monterey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Monterey Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Monterey Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1176 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
10%
17%
White
67%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Elementary School is ranked #1176 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Monterey Elementary School often compared to?
Monterey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jc Sommer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Monterey Elementary School?
440 students attend Monterey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Monterey Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monterey Elementary School?
Monterey Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Monterey Elementary School offer ?
Monterey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monterey Elementary School part of?
Monterey Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
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