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Monterey Ridge Elementary

17117 4S Ranch Pkwy., San Diego, CA, 92127

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 66 of 6783 in California

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About Monterey Ridge Elementary

Monterey Ridge Elementary School is a public school in San Diego, California, that serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is in the Poway Unified School District and has about 650 to 700 students. The campus has about 27 students for every teacher, which is similar to how high-performing suburban schools work. Monterey Ridge Elementary puts a lot of emphasis on basic academics, especially reading, writing, and math, as well as problem-solving skills. Technology integration, project-based learning activities, and enrichment opportunities that get students involved and make them think critically all help with classroom instruction. The school has a lot of different kinds of students, and a lot of them are minorities, which makes for a multicultural learning environment. Based on the academic performance data we have, 82% of students meet or exceed proficiency standards in Math, and 84% of students show proficiency in Reading. This shows that the overall academic outcomes are very good. The amount of money available is in line with the average for public schools in the area.

Monterey Ridge Elementary Contact Information

Address

17117 4S Ranch Pkwy., San Diego, CA, 92127

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Phone

(858) 487-6887

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 84%
Reading 82%
State average proficiency is 84% in Math and 82% in Reading.
30
Full-time Teachers
26 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
815
Total Students
$102344
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 66 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Monterey Ridge Elementary

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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM to 12:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 24.79%
Asian 56.44%
Hispanic 8.22%
Black 1.47%
Two+ Races 8.71%
Native Am. 0.12%
White
24.79%
Asian
56.44%
Hispanic
8.22%
Black
1.47%
Two+ Races
8.71%
Native Am.
0.12%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 815
47.36%
386 Female
52.39%
427 Male

Student Population

815 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

815 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

A Monterey Ridge Elementary teacher just got named one of Poway Unified School District’s “Teachers of the Year!” This shows how good the teachers are at the school and how much they care. It’s a cool award that shows Monterey Ridge Elementary is all about good teaching and helping students grow. The school continues to emphasize student proficiency in academic performance, with recent statewide testing showing that a large majority of students exceed state standards in English language arts and reading, demonstrating consistency in strong outcomes.

Besides this award, Monterey Ridge Elementary is still helping students do well in school. Recent state tests show most kids are doing better than the state standards in English. The school is still a National Blue Ribbon School, which is a big deal. It means they’re doing a great job compared to other schools in California.

All this stuff proves that Monterey Ridge Elementary is known for great teachers, kids who do well, and community support.

FAQ

Q1. Does Monterey Ridge Elementary School offer care before or after school?

Ans. The school might work with local businesses to offer extended-day programs for families who work.

Q2. Can parents get involved in the school?

Ans. Parents are encouraged to get involved by volunteering, going to school events, and joining the PTA.

Q3. Does Monterey Ridge Elementary help kids who are learning English?

Ans. Yes, the school has organized support services to help students who are learning English improve their language and academic skills.

Q4. What kinds of activities outside of school are available to students?

Ans. Students can join clubs, do enrichment activities, and take part in seasonal programs that help them learn more in the classroom.

Q5. How does the school talk to parents and guardians?

Ans. The school usually sends out newsletters, emails, and school apps to keep families up to date on news and events.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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