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Monterey Hills Elementary

South Pasadena Unified · Los Angeles County · 1624 Via del Rey, South Pasadena, CA 91030-4126

(626) 441-5860

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10/10
#398
Rank 398 out of 5,722
Top 7%
English Language Arts10/10 · #327 · 94th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #352 · 94th percentile
Science9/10 · #660 · 88th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Monterey Hills Elementary sits in the heart of South Pasadena, a tree-lined, small-town enclave that somehow managed to hold onto its charming, walkable character despite being just minutes from downtown LA. The school consistently performs near the top of the state in both English and math, making it a great fit for families who want strong academics without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of some bigger-city schools. South Pasadena itself has a tight-knit community feel — with local farmers markets, indie coffee shops, and a genuinely neighborly vibe — and Monterey Hills reflects that same sense of place.

Student Demographics

269 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
89 (33%)
Asian
80 (30%)
White
43 (16%)
Multiple Races
33 (12%)
Filipino
10 (4%)
Other
14 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners34 (13%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged49 (18%)
Students with Disabilities31 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

570
Enrollment
26
Teachers (FTE)
21.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
22.8
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 Programs9/10 · #885 · 85th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found