Monte Vista Elementary vs Serrano Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monte Vista Elementary
Montclair · Public elementary · Grades K–6
535 students
Serrano Middle
Montclair · Public middle · Grades 7–8
657 students
| Measure | Monte Vista Elementary Montclair, California | Serrano Middle Montclair, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2639 of 5,693 | #562 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #32769 of 50,301 | #9826 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 535 | 657 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 657 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.9% | 91.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 48% |
| city | Montclair | Montclair |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Serrano Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.0 vs 38.8).
- •Serrano Middle does better on math proficiency (48% vs 47%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 49%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.9% vs 91.5%).
- •Serrano Middle does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 24.3).
- •Serrano Middle is the larger school with 657 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 Monte Vista Elementary better than Serrano Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Serrano Middle ranks higher (40.0 vs 38.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Monte Vista Elementary and Serrano Middle?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Montclair and Montclair in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monte Vista Elementary: 535. Serrano Middle: 657. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monte Vista Elementary and Serrano Middle rank in California?
Monte Vista Elementary is 2639th of 5,693 and Serrano Middle is 562nd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).