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#4617 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Monte Vista Middle
Middle School · Tracy Joint Unified
1875 West Lowell Ave., Tracy, CA 95376
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,617 of 9,539
In Tracy
#9 of 31
public schools
In district
#3 of 18
Tracy Joint Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Monte Vista Middle
Monte Vista Middle is a public middle school in Tracy, CA, part of Tracy Joint Unified. Monte Vista Middle serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Monte Vista Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,617 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monte Vista Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Monte Vista Middle 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 Middle — Students at Monte Vista Middle score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 5.7/10.
How Monte Vista Middle Compares
See how Monte Vista Middle 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
1875 West Lowell Ave., Tracy, CA 95376
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monte Vista Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Earle E. Williams Middle (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Discovery Charter (rated 5.0/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tracy, see our Tracy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McKinley Elementary Tracy | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| BELLA VISTA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST BERNARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tracy | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| TRACY SDA SCHOOL Tracy | 0.5 mi | — |
| Tracy Seventh-day Adventist Christian Tracy | 0.6 mi | — |
| Merrill F. West High Tracy | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Duncan-Russell Community Day Tracy | 0.7 mi | — |
| George and Evelyn Stein Continuation Tracy | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Central Elementary Tracy | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| North Elementary Tracy | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Millennium Charter Tracy | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Discovery Charter Tracy | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Primary Charter Tracy | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Melville S. Jacobson Elementary Tracy | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Tracy Independent Study Charter Tracy | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| WEST VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tracy | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Louis J. Villalovoz Elementary Tracy | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Tracy High Tracy | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Earle E. Williams Middle Tracy | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| South/West Park Elementary Tracy | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,493
Median Home Value
$588,200
Median Rent
$2,023/mo
Population
54,853
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
40.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monte Vista Middle
What grades does Monte Vista Middle serve?
Monte Vista Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Monte Vista Middle?
Monte Vista Middle has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monte Vista Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Monte Vista Middle is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monte Vista Middle rank in CA?
Monte Vista Middle ranks #4,617 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monte Vista Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Monte Vista Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monte Vista Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monte Vista Middle a charter school?
No, Monte Vista Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monte Vista Middle a Title I school?
No, Monte Vista Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monte Vista Middle?
84.9% of students at Monte Vista Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 715
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (209) 830-3340
Resources & Links
District
Tracy Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,846
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,876
- District Rank
- #3 of 18
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