Excellent
#1426 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Montara Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
10018 Montara Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,426 of 9,539
In South Gate
#4 of 25
public schools
In district
#168 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Montara Avenue Elementary
Montara Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in South Gate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Montara Avenue Elementary serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Montara Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,426 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Montara Avenue Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Montara Avenue 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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Montara Avenue Elementary — Students at Montara Avenue Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 7.9/10.
How Montara Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Montara Avenue 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
10018 Montara Ave., South Gate, CA 90280
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montara Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ritter Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Victoria Avenue Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Elementary South Gate | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Stanford Primary Center South Gate | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| South East High South Gate | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Simon Rodia Continuation South Gate | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Southeast Middle South Gate | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Gate | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Victoria Avenue Elementary South Gate | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| English For All Language & Homeschool Academy South Gate | 0.6 mi | — |
| Willow Elementary South Gate | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Lynwood | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Weigand Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Odyssey Continuation South Gate | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Jordan High Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| South Gate Senior High South Gate | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| KIPP Corazon Academy South Gate | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Ritter Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Valiente College Preparatory Charter South Gate | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| St. Emydius School Lynwood | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST EMYDIUS SCHOOL Lynwood | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,379
Median Home Value
$608,500
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
91,719
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.2
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|---|---|
| Amelia Earhart Elementary Alameda, CA | 8.1 |
| Ann B. Leavenworth Fresno, CA | 8.1 |
| Armona Elementary Armona, CA | 8.1 |
| Bathgate Elementary Mission Viejo, CA | 8.1 |
| Blossom Hill Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 8.1 |
| Bryant Ranch Elementary Yorba Linda, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montara Avenue Elementary
What grades does Montara Avenue Elementary serve?
Montara Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Montara Avenue Elementary?
Montara Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montara Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Montara Avenue Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montara Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Montara Avenue Elementary ranks #1,426 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Montara Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Montara Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Montara Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montara Avenue Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Montara Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Montara Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montara Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Montara Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montara Avenue Elementary?
92.5% of students at Montara Avenue 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 624
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (323) 567-1451
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #168 of 769
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