Monterey Heights Elementary School

7550 Canton Dr.
Lemon Grove, CA 91945
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Monterey Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 341 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Top 50% in CA
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Monterey Heights Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Campus Size
10 acres

School Rankings

Monterey Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey Heights Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#4655 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
33%
34%
37%
47%
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monterey Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Heights Elementary School is ranked #4655 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monterey Heights Elementary School?
341 students attend Monterey Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Monterey Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monterey Heights Elementary School?
Monterey Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monterey Heights Elementary School offer ?
Monterey Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Monterey Heights Elementary School part of?
Monterey Heights Elementary School is part of Lemon Grove School District.

School Calendar

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Date
Last Day of School
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 13, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 15, 2026 (Thursday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 341 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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