Very Good
#2454 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Monterey Road Elementary
Elementary School · Atascadero Unified
3355 Monterey Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,454 of 9,539
In Atascadero
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Atascadero Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Monterey Road Elementary
Elementary School in Atascadero · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Monterey Road Elementary
Monterey Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Atascadero, CA, part of Atascadero Unified. Monterey Road Elementary serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Monterey Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,454 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monterey Road Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Monterey Road Elementary runs 27.4:1 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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Monterey Road Elementary — Students at Monterey Road Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Monterey Road Elementary Compares
See how Monterey Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3355 Monterey Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monterey Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Gabriel Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Templeton Home (rated 6.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Templeton), a more accessible option. Additionally, NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Atascadero, see our Atascadero schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Atascadero | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| San Benito Elementary Atascadero | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ACTS Advanced Christian Training Schools Atascadero | 1.2 mi | — |
| Fine Arts Academy Atascadero | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Atascadero High Atascadero | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atascadero | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Atascadero Middle Atascadero | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| San Gabriel Elementary Atascadero | 3.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Templeton High Templeton | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SANTA LUCIA SCHOOL Templeton | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Santa Rosa Road Academic Academy Atascadero | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Eagle Canyon High Templeton | 3.3 mi | — |
| Templeton Independent Study High Templeton | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Templeton Home Templeton | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Templeton Middle Templeton | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Templeton Elementary Templeton | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Templeton Hills Adventist School Templeton | 3.9 mi | — |
| TEMPLETON HILLS 7TH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Templeton | 3.9 mi | — |
| Vineyard Elementary Templeton | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Paloma Creek High Atascadero | 4.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,916
Median Home Value
$692,100
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
33,512
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
41.3
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| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
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| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monterey Road Elementary
What grades does Monterey Road Elementary serve?
Monterey Road Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Monterey Road Elementary?
Monterey Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monterey Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Monterey Road Elementary is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monterey Road Elementary rank in CA?
Monterey Road Elementary ranks #2,454 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monterey Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Monterey Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monterey Road Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monterey Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Monterey Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monterey Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Monterey Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monterey Road Elementary?
39.1% of students at Monterey Road 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.2%
- Phone
- (805) 462-4270
Resources & Links
District
Atascadero Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,338
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,963
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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