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Monterey Elementary School

2311 Monterey Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Monterey Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50% in CO
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Monterey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

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School Overview

Monterey Elementary School's student population of 222 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
#EMPOWER! We are empowered to learn, to teach, and to be the best we can be!

School Rankings

Monterey Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey Elementary School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#1272 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-24%
33%
20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
57%
36%
Black
13%
5%
White
18%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monterey Elementary School's ranking?
Monterey Elementary School is ranked #1272 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Monterey Elementary School?
222 students attend Monterey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Monterey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monterey Elementary School?
Monterey Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Monterey Elementary School offer ?
Monterey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monterey Elementary School part of?
Monterey Elementary School is part of Harrison School District No. 2 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Monterey Elementary School located?
Monterey Elementary School is located in the Southeast Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 22 other public schools located in Southeast Colorado Springs.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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