Below Average
#8282 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bay View Academy
Elementary School · Bay View Academy District
222 Casa Verde Ave., Monterey, CA 93940
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
27.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
27.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,282 of 9,539
In Monterey
#6 of 6
public schools
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Bay View Academy
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About Bay View Academy
Bay View Academy is a public elementary school in Monterey, CA, part of Bay View Academy District. Bay View Academy serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 27.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay View Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,282 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bay View Academy show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bay View Academy runs 27.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Bay View Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Bay View Academy — Students at Bay View Academy score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Bay View Academy Compares
See how Bay View Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
222 Casa Verde Ave., Monterey, CA 93940
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bay View Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Mesa (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Seaside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Del Rey Woods Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Seaside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monterey, see our Monterey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Catalina School Monterey | 0.6 mi | — |
| SANTA CATALINA SCHOOL Monterey | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Classical Christian Academy Monterey Bay Monterey | 1.2 mi | — |
| La Mesa Monterey | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN CARLOS SCHOOL Monterey | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| San Carlos Elementary Monterey | 1.4 mi | — |
| MONTEREY BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seaside | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Catherine Dior School Monterey | 1.5 mi | — |
| Del Rey Woods Elementary Seaside | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Big Sur Charter Monterey | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Monterey High Monterey | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Sojourner Academy Monterey | 2.0 mi | — |
| Seaside High Seaside | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PENINSULA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Seaside | 2.0 mi | — |
| Peninsula Adventist School Seaside | 2.0 mi | — |
| Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula Seaside | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Monterey | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Martin Luther King Seaside | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MID Seaside | 2.5 mi | — |
| Central Coast High Seaside | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93940 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,669
Median Home Value
$1,039,700
Median Rent
$2,305/mo
Population
30,951
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bay View Academy
What grades does Bay View Academy serve?
Bay View Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bay View Academy?
Bay View Academy has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay View Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bay View Academy is 27.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bay View Academy rank in CA?
Bay View Academy ranks #8,282 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bay View Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bay View Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bay View Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay View Academy has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Bay View Academy a charter school?
Yes, Bay View Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Bay View Academy a Title I school?
No, Bay View Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay View Academy?
39.8% of students at Bay View Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 497
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.7%
- Phone
- (831) 717-4630
Resources & Links
District
Bay View Academy District- District Enrollment
- 497
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,549
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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