Needs Improvement
#9037 of 9,539 schools in CA
Monterey Elementary
Elementary School · San Bernardino City Unified
794 East Monterey Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92410
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,037 of 9,539
In San Bernardino
#72 of 73
public schools
In district
#71 of 71
San Bernardino City Unified
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Monterey Elementary
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About Monterey Elementary
Monterey Elementary is a public elementary school in San Bernardino, CA, part of San Bernardino City Unified. Monterey Elementary serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Monterey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,037 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monterey Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Monterey Elementary runs 21.6:1 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.
50% of students at Monterey 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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Monterey Elementary — Students at Monterey Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
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: 3.1/10.
How Monterey Elementary Compares
See how Monterey 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
794 East Monterey Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monterey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Savant Preparatory Academy of Business (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Bernardino, see our San Bernardino schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Savant Preparatory Academy of Business San Bernardino | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Anderson San Bernardino | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Sierra School at San Bernardino City San Bernardino | 0.3 mi | — |
| Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Sierra High San Bernardino | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| E. Neal Roberts Elementary San Bernardino | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Bing Wong Elementary San Bernardino | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Indian Springs High San Bernardino | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Norton Science and Language Academy San Bernardino | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| H. Frank Dominguez Elementary San Bernardino | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Public Safety Academy San Bernardino | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Bradley Elementary San Bernardino | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Curtis Middle San Bernardino | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Captain Leland Norton Elementary San Bernardino | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Roger Anton Elementary San Bernardino | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Pacific High San Bernardino | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| San Bernardino Co Juve Detention and Assessment Center San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SOAR Charter Academy San Bernardino | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Fairfax Elementary San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,390
Median Home Value
$273,700
Median Rent
$1,303/mo
Population
48,286
College Educated
6.1%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
30.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monterey Elementary
What grades does Monterey Elementary serve?
Monterey Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Monterey Elementary?
Monterey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monterey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Monterey Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monterey Elementary rank in CA?
Monterey Elementary ranks #9,037 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monterey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Monterey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Monterey Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monterey Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monterey Elementary a charter school?
No, Monterey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monterey Elementary a Title I school?
No, Monterey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monterey Elementary?
94.5% of students at Monterey 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.6%
- Phone
- (909) 388-6391
Resources & Links
District
San Bernardino City Unified- District Enrollment
- 44,712
- Schools in District
- 76
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,064
- District Rank
- #71 of 71
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