Below Average
#7435 of 9,539 schools in CA
Greenwood Elementary
Elementary School · Montebello Unified
900 South Greenwood Ave., Montebello, CA 90640
Enrollment
753
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
753
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,435 of 9,539
In Montebello
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#24 of 28
Montebello Unified
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Greenwood Elementary
Elementary School in Montebello · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Greenwood Elementary
Greenwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Montebello, CA, part of Montebello Unified. Greenwood Elementary serves approximately 753 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,435 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Greenwood Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Greenwood 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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Greenwood Elementary — Students at Greenwood Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 3.9/10.
How Greenwood Elementary Compares
See how Greenwood 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
900 South Greenwood Ave., Montebello, CA 90640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greenwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montebello Gardens Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Pico Rivera), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilcox Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montebello, see our Montebello schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Technology Center Montebello | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Vail High (Continuation) Montebello | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Montebello Intermediate Montebello | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MONTEBELLO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montebello | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Montebello | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Benedict Elementary Montebello | 1.2 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary Montebello | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Montebello High Montebello | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Fremont Elementary Montebello | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Cantwell–Sacred Heart of Mary High School Montebello | 1.6 mi | — |
| CANTWELL SACRED HEART OF MARY Montebello | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Montebello Park Elementary Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Ruben Salazar Continuation Pico Rivera | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Wilcox Elementary Montebello | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Rivera Middle Pico Rivera | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Armenian Mesrobian School Pico Rivera | 1.9 mi | — |
| Rivera Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ARMENIAN MESROBIAN SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Montebello Gardens Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,833
Median Home Value
$660,600
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
61,615
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
46.3%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
39.4
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| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt, CA | 4.9 |
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| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Avenal Elementary Avenal, CA | 4.9 |
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| Central Elementary Fresno, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greenwood Elementary
What grades does Greenwood Elementary serve?
Greenwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Greenwood Elementary?
Greenwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 753 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Elementary is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Greenwood Elementary rank in CA?
Greenwood Elementary ranks #7,435 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Greenwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Greenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Greenwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenwood Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Greenwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Greenwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Greenwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Greenwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greenwood Elementary?
81.4% of students at Greenwood 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
- 753
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.1%
- Phone
- (323) 721-4605
Resources & Links
District
Montebello Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,967
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,912
- District Rank
- #24 of 28
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