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Monte Gardens Elementary

Mt. Diablo Unified · Contra Costa County · 3841 Larkspur Drive, Concord, CA 94519-1152

(925) 685-3834 · montegardens.mdusd.org/

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8/10
#1505
Rank 1505 out of 5,722
Top 26%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1421 · 75th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #1725 · 70th percentile
Science8/10 · #1433 · 74th percentile

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School Overview

Monte Gardens Elementary sits in a quiet residential pocket of Concord, drawing families who want solid academics without the intensity of more competitive school zones. Scores land consistently in the upper quarter statewide across English, math, and science, making it a dependable choice in a district where school quality can vary quite a bit. Concord itself offers a more affordable entry point into the Bay Area, with easy freeway access and a suburban feel that tends to attract families putting down roots rather than passing through.

Student Demographics

274 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
97 (35%)
White
87 (32%)
Multiple Races
33 (12%)
Asian
25 (9%)
Filipino
16 (6%)
African American
5 (2%)
Other
11 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners46 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged124 (45%)
Students with Disabilities39 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

562
Enrollment
19.5
Teachers (FTE)
28.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
25.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2947 · 51st percentile

114 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found