Below Average
#7481 of 9,539 schools in CA
Monte Vista
School · Simi Valley Unified
1220 Fourth St., Simi Valley, CA 93065
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,481 of 9,539
In Simi Valley
#28 of 40
public schools
In district
#16 of 27
Simi Valley Unified
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Monte Vista
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About Monte Vista
Monte Vista is a public school in Simi Valley, CA, part of Simi Valley Unified. Monte Vista serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Monte Vista has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,481 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monte Vista show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Monte Vista 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.
Monte Vista runs 21.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
58% of students at Monte Vista 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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Monte Vista — Students at Monte Vista score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 31 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: 7.4/10.
How Monte Vista Compares
See how Monte Vista 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
1220 Fourth St., Simi Valley, CA 93065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monte Vista may also want to explore other schools in the area. California Virtual Academy San Mateo (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is California Virtual Academy @ Los Angeles (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, California Virtual Academy @ San Diego (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Simi Valley, see our Simi Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,893
Median Home Value
$759,700
Median Rent
$2,612/mo
Population
72,585
College Educated
38.4%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monte Vista
What grades does Monte Vista serve?
Monte Vista serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Monte Vista?
Monte Vista has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monte Vista?
The student-teacher ratio at Monte Vista is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monte Vista rank in CA?
Monte Vista ranks #7,481 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monte Vista's MySchoolScout rating?
Monte Vista has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Monte Vista?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monte Vista has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monte Vista a charter school?
No, Monte Vista is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monte Vista a Title I school?
No, Monte Vista is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monte Vista?
42.8% of students at Monte Vista 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ventura County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.4%
- Phone
- (805) 579-6326
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Simi Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,677
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,369
- District Rank
- #16 of 27
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