Very Good
#2390 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Montague Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
750 Laurie Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95054
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,390 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#15 of 23
public schools
In district
#19 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Montague Elementary
Montague Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Montague Elementary serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Montague Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,390 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Montague Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Montague Elementary — Students at Montague Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.4/10.
How Montague Elementary Compares
See how Montague Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
750 Laurie Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montague Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Don Callejon (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Mayne Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Alviso), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Abram Agnew Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Jose), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Valley Baptist School Santa Clara | 0.3 mi | — |
| Don Callejon Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Granada Islamic Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | — |
| GRANADA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Dolores Huerta Middle San Jose | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose | 1.5 mi | — |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Kathryn Hughes Elementary Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Scott Lane Elementary Santa Clara | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| RISE ACADEMY San Jose | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Mission Early College High Santa Clara | 2.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Bracher Elementary Santa Clara | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Juan Cabrillo Middle Santa Clara | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| George Mayne Elementary Alviso | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| St. Clare Elementary Santa Clara | 2.9 mi | — |
| ST CLARES SCHOOL Santa Clara | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary San Jose | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Wilson Alternative Santa Clara | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$204,052
Median Home Value
$1,475,400
Median Rent
$3,413/mo
Population
25,196
College Educated
68.5%
Homeownership
35.4%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove, CA | 7.6 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Alma Fuerte Public Pasadena, CA | 7.6 |
| Birch Grove Intermediate Newark, CA | 7.6 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.6 |
| Cadwallader Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montague Elementary
What grades does Montague Elementary serve?
Montague Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Montague Elementary?
Montague Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montague Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Montague Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montague Elementary rank in CA?
Montague Elementary ranks #2,390 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Montague Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Montague Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Montague Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montague Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Montague Elementary a charter school?
No, Montague Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montague Elementary a Title I school?
No, Montague Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montague Elementary?
36.5% of students at Montague 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
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.5%
- Phone
- (408) 423-1900
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #19 of 28
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