9.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Monte Rio, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 9.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 9.0/10
Median household income: $68,333
Median home value: $713,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 39%
Owner-occupied homes: 80%

How Monte Rio compares

Median household income

$68k

69% of California median

About Schools in Monte Rio, California

Monte Rio, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 9.0 out of 10, schools in Monte Rio perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Monte Rio is Monte Rio Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Monte Rio is served by 1 school district: Monte Rio Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 67 students.

Monte Rio's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,333. The poverty rate in the area is 11.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Monte Rio Elementary 67 students · Kindergarten–8th	67	Kindergarten–8th	9.0

Schools in Monte Rio

Monte Rio, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$68,333

Median Home Value

$713,800

Median Rent

$1,375/mo

Population

1,122

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

80%

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Community Profile

Monte Rio has a median household income of $68,333. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $713,800, with a median rent of $1,375/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 9.0/10

Resources

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School District

Monte Rio Union Elementary

1 school · 67 students

Nearby Cities

Costa Mesa (1 school)

3 mi

Guerneville (2 schools)

3 mi

Occidental (2 schools)

7 mi

Forestville (5 schools)

7 mi

Bodega Bay (1 school)

10 mi

Cazadero (2 schools)

10 mi

Sebastopol (19 schools)

11 mi

Windsor (6 schools)

12 mi

Healdsburg (10 schools)

Geyserville (3 schools)

18 mi

Santa Rosa (89 schools)

16 mi

Cotati (1 school)

18 mi

Cloverdale (4 schools)

23 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Monte Rio, California

How many schools are in Monte Rio, California?

Monte Rio has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Monte Rio, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Monte Rio is 9.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Monte Rio, California?

The top-ranked school in Monte Rio on MySchoolScout is Monte Rio Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Monte Rio, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Monte Rio on MySchoolScout is Monte Rio Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.

How many school districts serve Monte Rio, California?

Monte Rio is served by 1 school district: Monte Rio Union Elementary.

What is the education level in Monte Rio, California?

According to Census data, 39% of adults in Monte Rio have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Monte Rio, California?

The median household income in Monte Rio is approximately $68,333 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Monte Rio, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Monte Rio is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Monte Rio, California?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.