Average
#7035 of 9,539 schools in CA
Monarch
School · San Diego County Office of Education
6401 Linda Vista Rd., San Diego, CA 92111
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,035 of 9,539
In San Diego
#228 of 288
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
San Diego County Office of Education
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Monarch
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About Monarch
Monarch is a public school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego County Office of Education. Monarch serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Monarch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,035 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monarch show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Monarch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
94% of students at Monarch 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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Monarch — Students at Monarch score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 7.6/10.
How Monarch Compares
See how Monarch 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
6401 Linda Vista Rd., San Diego, CA 92111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monarch may also want to explore other schools in the area. Urban Discovery Academy Charter (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is VIA TALENTUM ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Logan Memorial Educational Campus (rated 3.6/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Perkins K-8 San Diego | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| e3 Civic High San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Sherman Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| VIA TALENTUM ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Urban Discovery Academy Charter San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Our Lady's School San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| OUR LADY'S SCHOOL San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| King-Chavez Academy of Excellence San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Garfield High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| East Village Middle College High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Logan Memorial Educational Campus San Diego | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| San Diego High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Kimbrough Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| King-Chavez Community High San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| King-Chavez Preparatory Academy San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| San Diego Virtual San Diego | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| CITY TREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Diego | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| City Tree Christian San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| Rodriguez Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,081
Median Home Value
$754,300
Median Rent
$2,049/mo
Population
45,888
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monarch
What grades does Monarch serve?
Monarch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Monarch?
Monarch has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monarch?
The student-teacher ratio at Monarch is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monarch rank in CA?
Monarch ranks #7,035 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monarch's MySchoolScout rating?
Monarch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Monarch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monarch has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monarch a charter school?
No, Monarch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monarch a Title I school?
No, Monarch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monarch?
100.0% of students at Monarch 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 234
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 94.0%
- Phone
- (619) 652-4100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
San Diego County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 1,064
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $267,864
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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