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Monte Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Porterville Unified
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,048 of 9,539
In Porterville
#25 of 33
public schools
In district
#18 of 21
Porterville Unified
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Monte Vista Elementary
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About Monte Vista Elementary
Monte Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Porterville, CA, part of Porterville Unified. Monte Vista Elementary serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Monte Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,048 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monte Vista Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Monte Vista Elementary runs 25.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Monte Vista Elementary — Students at Monte Vista Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Monte Vista Elementary Compares
See how Monte Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monte Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Santa Fe Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Olive Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roche Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Porterville, see our Porterville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vine Street Community Day Porterville | 0.3 mi | — |
| Butterfield Charter Porterville | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Porterville Military Academy Porterville | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Sequoia Christian Academey Porterville Porterville | 0.7 mi | — |
| Westfield Elementary Porterville | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Sequoia Middle Porterville | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Bartlett Middle Porterville | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Monache High Porterville | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Porterville | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Citrus High Porterville | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Porterville High Porterville | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| West Putnam Elementary Porterville | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Olive Street Elementary Porterville | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Roche Elementary Porterville | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Porterville | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Los Robles Elementary Porterville | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Santa Fe Elementary Porterville | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Summit Charter Academy Porterville | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Burton Elementary Porterville | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,261
Median Home Value
$276,400
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
79,340
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
30.9
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| Ada Givens Elementary Merced, CA | 5.1 |
| Albert Baxter Elementary Bellflower, CA | 5.1 |
| Allan Orrenmaa Elementary Riverside, CA | 5.1 |
| Alta Sierra Elementary Grass Valley, CA | 5.1 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Porterville, CA | 5.1 |
| Arovista Elementary Brea, CA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monte Vista Elementary
What grades does Monte Vista Elementary serve?
Monte Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Monte Vista Elementary?
Monte Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monte Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Monte Vista Elementary is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monte Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Monte Vista Elementary ranks #7,048 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monte Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Monte Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Monte Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monte Vista Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monte Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Monte Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monte Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Monte Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monte Vista Elementary?
72.1% of students at Monte Vista 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (559) 782-7350
Resources & Links
District
Porterville Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,963
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,988
- District Rank
- #18 of 21
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