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#4517 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 47% in state
Monte Vista Street Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
5423 Monte Vista St., Los Angeles, CA 90042
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,517 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#337 of 563
public schools
In district
#474 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Monte Vista Street Elementary
Monte Vista Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Monte Vista Street Elementary serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Monte Vista Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,517 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monte Vista Street Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 196 students, Monte Vista Street Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
39% of students at Monte Vista Street 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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Monte Vista Street Elementary — Students at Monte Vista Street Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.0/10.
How Monte Vista Street Elementary Compares
See how Monte Vista Street 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
5423 Monte Vista St., Los Angeles, CA 90042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monte Vista Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Latona Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bushnell Way Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mt. Washington Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Riordan Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Academia Avance Charter Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Benjamin Franklin Senior High Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Highland Park Continuation Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Aldama Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| St. Ignatius of Loyola Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Arroyo Seco Museum Science Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Yorkdale Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Buchanan Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Bushnell Way Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Good Shepherd Lutheran School Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| Los Angeles College Prep Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Garvanza Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Luther Burbank Middle Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Mt. Washington Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Latona Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Annandale Elementary Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Toland Way Elementary Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Eagle Rock High Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,401
Median Home Value
$940,600
Median Rent
$1,853/mo
Population
58,344
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monte Vista Street Elementary
What grades does Monte Vista Street Elementary serve?
Monte Vista Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Monte Vista Street Elementary?
Monte Vista Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monte Vista Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Monte Vista Street Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monte Vista Street Elementary rank in CA?
Monte Vista Street Elementary ranks #4,517 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monte Vista Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Monte Vista Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monte Vista Street Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monte Vista Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Monte Vista Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monte Vista Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Monte Vista Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monte Vista Street Elementary?
89.8% of students at Monte Vista Street 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
- 196
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (323) 254-7261
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #474 of 769
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