Excellent
#391 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Bella Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Montebello Unified
2410 Findlay Ave., Monterey Park, CA 91754
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#391 of 9,539
In Monterey Park
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 28
Montebello Unified
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Bella Vista Elementary
Bella Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Monterey Park, CA, part of Montebello Unified. Bella Vista Elementary serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bella Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #391 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bella Vista Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Bella Vista Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bella Vista Elementary — Students at Bella Vista Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Bella Vista Elementary Compares
See how Bella Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2410 Findlay Ave., Monterey Park, CA 91754
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bella Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert Hill Lane Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Brightwood Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KIPP Poder Public (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Monterey Park, see our Monterey Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Baptist School Monterey Park | 0.1 mi | — |
| Our Lady of The Miraculous Medal Montebello | 0.6 mi | — |
| MONTEREY PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monterey Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| St. Thomas Aquinas School Monterey Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL Monterey Park | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL Montebello | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Eastmont Intermediate Montebello | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Montebello Community Day Montebello | 0.8 mi | — |
| Macy Intermediate Monterey Park | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| KIPP Poder Public Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Joseph A. Gascon Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Robert Hill Lane Elementary Monterey Park | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Schurr High Montebello | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Wilcox Elementary Montebello | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Fourth Street Primary Center Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CANTWELL SACRED HEART OF MARY Montebello | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Brightwood Elementary Monterey Park | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Cantwell–Sacred Heart of Mary High School Montebello | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,890
Median Home Value
$845,000
Median Rent
$1,884/mo
Population
33,176
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
56.1%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
46
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 8.9 |
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.9 |
| Blue Hills Elementary Saratoga, CA | 8.9 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bella Vista Elementary
What grades does Bella Vista Elementary serve?
Bella Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bella Vista Elementary?
Bella Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bella Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bella Vista Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bella Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Bella Vista Elementary ranks #391 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bella Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bella Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Bella Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bella Vista Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bella Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Bella Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bella Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bella Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bella Vista Elementary?
68.8% of students at Bella Vista Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 526
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (323) 721-4335
Resources & Links
District
Montebello Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,967
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,912
- District Rank
- #3 of 28
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