Serving 642 students in grades 6-8, Montera Middle School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Montera Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
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Montera Middle School's student population of 642 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
Montera Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montera Middle School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4629 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
26%
55%
Black
26%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Montera Middle School is ranked #4629 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montera Middle School often compared to?
Montera Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edna Brewer Middle School, Claremont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Montera Middle School?
642 students attend Montera Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Montera Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montera Middle School?
Montera Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Montera Middle School offer ?
Montera Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Montera Middle School part of?
Montera Middle School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Montera Middle School located?
Montera Middle School is located in the Piedmont Pines neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Piedmont Pines.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>3 4/7/2017My twins have attended Montera from sixth through eighth grade (2014-17). We have found Montera to be a very good school - with dedicated teachers, a fabulous administration, and a wonderful Parent-Teacher Organization. We know many people fear large urban public schools; yet we have found it to be a great place to learn and grow. In fact, my daughter has earned an academic scholarship for high school thanks to the preparation she has received at Montera.5 8/16/2010I love this school, my daughter loves it, and I love it. I vote Montera Junior High #1 school in Oakland,CA.Review Montera Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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My twins have attended Montera from sixth through eighth grade (2014-17). We have found Montera to be a very good school - with dedicated teachers, a fabulous administration, and a wonderful Parent-Teacher Organization. We know many people fear large urban public schools; yet we have found it to be a great place to learn and grow. In fact, my daughter has earned an academic scholarship for high school thanks to the preparation she has received at Montera.
I love this school, my daughter loves it, and I love it. I vote Montera Junior High #1 school in Oakland,CA.
Review Montera Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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