Very Good
#2688 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Monta Loma Elementary
Elementary School · Mountain View Whisman
460 Thompson Ave., Mountain View, CA 94043
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mountain View
#8 of 14
public schools
California elementary schools
#1,814 of 5,817
In district
#6 of 11
Mountain View Whisman
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Monta Loma Elementary
Monta Loma Elementary serves 274 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Mountain View, California. With 17 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 16.1:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 78th percentile among California elementary schools at #2087 out of 9566 statewide.
Students show steady achievement with 50% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 48% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics across all grade levels. Monta Loma Elementary sits in an affluent and highly educated community where 70% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood reflects the broader Silicon Valley prosperity, with a median household income of $174,416 and median home values of $1,562,200.
This economically stable environment, combined with a low poverty rate of just 3.9%, creates supportive conditions for student learning and family engagement. Located on Thompson Avenue, the school serves families in this small city setting within Santa Clara County, benefiting from both the resources of a well-established community and the educational priorities that characterize the Mountain View area.
Score Breakdown
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Monta Loma Elementary — Students at Monta Loma Elementary score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Monta Loma Elementary Compares
See how Monta Loma Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 47% (2019) to 47.93% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 50% (2024).
Location
460 Thompson Ave., Mountain View, CA 94043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monta Loma Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stevenson Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Gabriela Mistral Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WALDORF SCHOOL-PENINSULA Mountain View | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School Palo Alto | 0.4 mi | — |
| Athena Academy Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | — |
| PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Greendell Palo Alto | 0.6 mi | — |
| IMAGINATION LAB SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| GROSSMAN ACADEMY Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| LIVING WIDSOM HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| Imagination Lab School Palo Alto | 0.8 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW-LOS ALTOS MONTESSORI CHILDRENS CTR Mountain View | 0.9 mi | — |
| Crittenden Middle Mountain View | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Gabriela Mistral Elementary Mountain View | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MEIRA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| Theuerkauf Elementary Mountain View | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Stevenson Elementary Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| The Kehillah School Palo Alto | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,781
Median Home Value
$1,647,500
Median Rent
$2,965/mo
Population
32,042
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
45.1%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
36.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Monta Loma Elementary has a median household income of $180,781. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,647,500, with a median rent of $2,965/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stockton, CA | 7.3 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.3 |
| Almaden Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.3 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 7.3 |
| Boronda Elementary Salinas, CA | 7.3 |
| Breed Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monta Loma Elementary
What grades does Monta Loma Elementary serve?
Monta Loma Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Monta Loma Elementary?
Monta Loma Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monta Loma Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Monta Loma Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monta Loma Elementary rank in CA?
Monta Loma Elementary is ranked #2688 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Monta Loma Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Monta Loma Elementary has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Monta Loma Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Monta Loma Elementary has 47.8% math proficiency and 51.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Monta Loma Elementary a charter school?
No, Monta Loma Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monta Loma Elementary a Title I school?
No, Monta Loma Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monta Loma Elementary?
28.1% of students at Monta Loma 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.
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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 903-6915
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View Whisman- District Enrollment
- 4,591
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,536
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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