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Montebello Park Elementary

Elementary School · Montebello Unified

6300 Northside Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90022

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,107 of 9,539

In Los Angeles

#375 of 563

public schools

In district

#17 of 28

Montebello Unified

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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About Montebello Park Elementary

Montebello Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Montebello Unified. Montebello Park Elementary serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Montebello Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,107 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Montebello Park Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Montebello Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,912
Chronic Absenteeism40%

Montebello Park Elementary — Students at Montebello Park Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
23.1%
2024
Math
26.5%
ELA
28.3%

* 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 Montebello Park Elementary Compares

See how Montebello Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in CA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6300 Northside Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90022

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montebello Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bella Vista Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Monterey Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Poder Public (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wilcox Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Montebello), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CANTWELL SACRED HEART OF MARY Montebello 0.4 mi 5.0
Cantwell–Sacred Heart of Mary High School Montebello 0.4 mi
KIPP Poder Public Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.9
Joseph A. Gascon Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.1
Eastmont Intermediate Montebello 0.8 mi 7.4
Montebello Community Day Montebello 0.8 mi
Montebello High Montebello 0.7 mi 6.2
Wilcox Elementary Montebello 1.1 mi 7.2
Montebello Intermediate Montebello 1.0 mi 6.7
Our Lady of The Miraculous Medal Montebello 1.2 mi
OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL Montebello 1.2 mi 5.0
Schurr High Montebello 1.2 mi 7.6
Pacific Baptist School Monterey Park 1.4 mi
Applied Technology Center Montebello 1.2 mi 9.0
Rosewood Park City Of Commerce 1.3 mi 6.2
Bella Vista Elementary Monterey Park 1.5 mi 8.9
Vail High (Continuation) Montebello 1.4 mi 4.8
Washington Elementary Montebello 1.2 mi 6.5
ST ALPHONSUS ELEMENTARY Los Angeles 1.3 mi 5.2
St. Alphonsus School East Los Angeles 1.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,829

Median Home Value

$603,500

Median Rent

$1,407/mo

Population

61,638

College Educated

9.6%

Homeownership

33.1%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montebello Park Elementary

What grades does Montebello Park Elementary serve?

Montebello Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Montebello Park Elementary?

Montebello Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montebello Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Montebello Park Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Montebello Park Elementary rank in CA?

Montebello Park Elementary ranks #5,107 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Montebello Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Montebello Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Montebello Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Montebello Park Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Montebello Park Elementary a charter school?

No, Montebello Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Montebello Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Montebello Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montebello Park Elementary?

82.7% of students at Montebello Park 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.0%

District

Montebello Unified
District Enrollment
19,967
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,912
District Rank
#17 of 28

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