Very Good
#1774 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% 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
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,774 of 9,539
In Mountain View
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
Mountain View Whisman
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Monta Loma Elementary
Monta Loma Elementary is a public elementary school in Mountain View, CA, part of Mountain View Whisman. Monta Loma Elementary serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Monta Loma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,774 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monta Loma Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
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 30 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: 8.0/10.
How Monta Loma Elementary Compares
See how Monta Loma Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 9.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Theuerkauf Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GIDEON HAUSNER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Palo Alto), with a comparable rating. 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 | 8.5 |
| 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 | 8.9 |
| Gabriela Mistral Elementary Mountain View | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| MEIRA ACADEMY Palo Alto | 1.0 mi | — |
| Theuerkauf Elementary Mountain View | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Stevenson Elementary Mountain View | 0.9 mi | 9.6 |
| 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.9 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon, CA | 7.9 |
| Boronda Elementary Salinas, CA | 7.9 |
| Camellia Elementary Sacramento, CA | 7.9 |
| Cleminson Elementary Temple City, CA | 7.9 |
| Elk Hills Elementary Tupman, CA | 7.9 |
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 ranks #1,774 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monta Loma Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Monta Loma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Monta Loma Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monta Loma Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (650) 903-6915
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View Whisman- District Enrollment
- 4,591
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,536
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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