Serving 852 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montague Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montague Charter Academy's student population of 852 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
852 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Mustangs
School Rankings
Montague Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montague Charter Academy is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5046 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montague Charter Academy's ranking?
Montague Charter Academy is ranked #5046 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montague Charter Academy often compared to?
Montague Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Vena Avenue Elementary School, Canterbury Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montague Charter Academy?
852 students attend Montague Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Montague Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montague Charter Academy?
Montague Charter Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montague Charter Academy offer ?
Montague Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Montague Charter Academy part of?
Montague Charter Academy is part of Montague Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Montague Charter Academy located?
Montague Charter Academy is located in the Arleta neighborhood of Pacoima, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Arleta.
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