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Montgomery Elementary
Elementary School · Montgomery Elementary
PO Box 286, Cazadero, CA 95421
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Montgomery Elementary
Montgomery Elementary is a public elementary school in Cazadero, CA, part of the Montgomery Elementary. The school serves approximately 22 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.3:1. Students demonstrate 70% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $76,905, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 22 students, Montgomery Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.3:1, Montgomery Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Montgomery Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Address
- PO Box 286, Cazadero, CA 95421
- Website
- mescaz.org
- Phone
- (707) 632-5221
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 286, Cazadero, CA 95421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montgomery Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Side Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Healdsburg). Another option is Monte Rio Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Monte Rio). Additionally, West Sonoma County Consortium (rated 7.9/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Sebastopol). For more schools in Cazadero, see our Cazadero schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| California Pacific Charter - Sonoma Costa Mesa | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Guerneville Elementary (Charter) Guerneville | 5.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Guerneville Primary Guerneville | 5.5 mi | — |
| Monte Rio Elementary Monte Rio | 6.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Fort Ross Elementary Cazadero | 9.4 mi | — |
| Bodega Bay Elementary Bodega Bay | 14.4 mi | — |
| Laguna High Forestville | 11.7 mi | 4.8 |
| West Sonoma County Consortium Sebastopol | 11.7 mi | 7.9 |
| West Side Elementary Healdsburg | 11.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Forestville Elementary Forestville | 11.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Forestville Academy Forestville | 11.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Sonoma Earth School Forestville | 11.8 mi | — |
| Salmon Creek School - A Charter Occidental | 13.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Harmony Elementary Occidental | 13.6 mi | 7.9 |
| SONOMA EARTH SCHOOL Forestville | 12.0 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Healdsburg | 13.1 mi | 3.9 |
| THE HEALDSBURG SCHOOL Healdsburg | 13.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Healdsburg Junior High Healdsburg | 13.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Healdsburg High Healdsburg | 13.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Marce Becerra Academy Healdsburg | 13.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,905
Median Home Value
$642,700
Median Rent
$1,595/mo
Population
1,453
College Educated
41.2%
Homeownership
79.7%
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
57.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Montgomery Elementary has a median household income of $76,905. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $642,700, with a median rent of $1,595/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montgomery Elementary
What grades does Montgomery Elementary serve?
Montgomery Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Montgomery Elementary?
Montgomery Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Elementary is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Montgomery Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Montgomery Elementary has 69.5% math proficiency and 49.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Montgomery Elementary a charter school?
No, Montgomery Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montgomery Elementary a Title I school?
No, Montgomery Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montgomery Elementary?
77.3% of students at Montgomery 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
- County Safety
- Low (213/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Sonoma County
- Phone
- (707) 632-5221
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery Elementary- District Enrollment
- 22
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $38,571
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