Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montclair Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Montclair Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montclair Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1290 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Black
15%
21%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montclair Elementary School's ranking?
Montclair Elementary School is ranked #1290 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Montclair Elementary School often compared to?
Montclair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Elementary School, Orange Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Montclair Elementary School?
420 students attend Montclair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Montclair Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montclair Elementary School?
Montclair Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montclair Elementary School offer ?
Montclair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montclair Elementary School part of?
Montclair Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
School Reviews
5 8/6/2019
Montclair Elementary is terrific. The teachers, staff, principal and assistant principal actually care about the students. My child has definitely thrived in The Montclair Family environment. I highly recommend Montclair Elementary School.
5 4/6/2009
It's a WONDERFUL small neighborhood school! Private school size, with the public school cost.
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