Montclair High vs Monte Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 460 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Montclair High
Montclair · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,515 students
Monte Vista Elementary
Montclair · Public elementary · Grades K–6
535 students
| Measure | Montclair High Montclair, California | Monte Vista Elementary Montclair, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #617 of 1,343 | #2639 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11352 of 16,910 | #32769 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,515 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 2,515 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 84.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 47% |
| city | Montclair | Montclair |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (38.4 vs 38.8).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 35%).
- •Montclair High does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 53%).
- •Montclair High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.3% vs 84.9%).
- •Montclair High does better on students per teacher (23.7 vs 24.3).
- •Montclair High is the larger school with 2,515 students compared with 535.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Montclair High better than Monte Vista Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Montclair High and Monte Vista Elementary?
About 460 m in a straight line, between Montclair and Montclair in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Montclair High: 2,515. Monte Vista Elementary: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Montclair High and Monte Vista Elementary rank in California?
Montclair High is 617th of 1,343 and Monte Vista Elementary is 2639th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).