Best Schools in Monte Vista, Colorado
9 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Monte Vista?
Use this page to compare every school in Monte Vista by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Sargent Senior High School
High · Sargent School District No. Re-33j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Monte Vista On-line Academy
Other · Monte Vista School District No. C-8. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bill Metz Elementary School
Elementary · Monte Vista School District No. C-8. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Monte Vista for 2026 are Sargent Senior High School (9.2/10), Monte Vista On-line Academy (6.5/10), and Bill Metz Elementary School (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$217,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$217,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Monte Vista
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sargent Senior High School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Monte Vista On-line Academy | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Bill Metz Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Sargent Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Monte Vista Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Monte Vista Senior High School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Byron Syring Delta Center | 5.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Sargent Junior High School | 4.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $61,554
- Median home value
- $217,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
11% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Monte Vista compares
Colorado rank
#73 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Colorado avg (6.2)
Median household income
$62k
71% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Monte Vista, Colorado
Monte Vista, Colorado has nine ranked public schools, a compact system spanning elementary through high school. Scores range from 5.6 to 8.0 out of 10 — a 2.4-point spread that makes school selection matter. The city's average score of 6.1 out of 10 sits in the middle of that range, but two individual schools pull well above it.
Those two top performers account for 22% of the ranked schools and both score 8.0 out of 10. Bill Metz Elementary leads the city at 8.0, the highest mark across all nine schools. Sargent Senior High School ties that score, making it the city's strongest secondary option. Their performance is a meaningful signal: in a nine-school city, having two schools 1.9 points above average changes the calculus for families who can choose between attendance zones.
The middle tier is worth studying. Sargent Elementary scores 6.8, keeping the Sargent system solid across both elementary and high school levels. Monte Vista Senior High comes in at 5.7 and Byron Syring Delta Center at 5.6 — both below the city average. The gap between the city's top high school (Sargent Senior High at 8.0) and the next-highest option (Monte Vista Senior High at 5.7) is 2.3 points, a wider difference than parents might expect in a small city.
For practical decision-making, the Sargent district stands out: its elementary and high school both score above the city mean, suggesting consistent performance across the grade pipeline. Families focused on elementary years have a strong option in Bill Metz. High school parents should weigh Sargent Senior High against Monte Vista Senior High directly, with that score gap in mind. In a nine-school city, every individual rating carries real weight — there is no deep bench to fall back on.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 264 students · 2nd–5th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 163 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.8 |
| 3 | 182 students · Pre-K–1st | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 202 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 51 students · 7th–8th | 4.1 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 83 students · 9th–12th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 254 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 3 | 51 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 56 students · 4th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Monte Vista
Monte Vista, Colorado · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,554
Median Home Value
$217,500
Median Rent
$752/mo
Population
6,677
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
67%
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Community Profile
Monte Vista has a median household income of $61,554. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $217,500, with a median rent of $752/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.9%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Monte Vista, Colorado
How many schools are in Monte Vista, Colorado?
Monte Vista has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Monte Vista, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Monte Vista is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Monte Vista, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Monte Vista on MySchoolScout is Sargent Senior High School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Monte Vista, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Monte Vista on MySchoolScout is Bill Metz Elementary School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Monte Vista, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Monte Vista on MySchoolScout is Monte Vista Middle School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Monte Vista, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Monte Vista on MySchoolScout is Sargent Senior High School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
How many school districts serve Monte Vista, Colorado?
Monte Vista is served by 2 school districts: Monte Vista School District No. C-8, Sargent School District No. Re-33j.
What is the education level in Monte Vista, Colorado?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Monte Vista have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Monte Vista, Colorado?
The median household income in Monte Vista is approximately $61,554 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Monte Vista, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Monte Vista is 18.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Monte Vista, Colorado?
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.