Monte Vista

251 Soledad Drive

School District

Monterey Peninsula Unified
Grade

K-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:20
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on December 01, 2021

Thought the school itself seems aged the staff is wonderful and very easy to communicate with. My children love their school and are full of school spirit and pride. The faculty really seems to make the absolute most out of what they have. Cheers to principal Dr Ashby and all of the lovely faculty.
Submitted by parent on January 25, 2019

Monte vista is a great school. My son LOVE his school. His math and science skill is really really good. Dr.Ashby and teachers are really awesome
Submitted by parent on July 19, 2018

Monte Vista is a great school! We think Dr Ashby is very passionate about the school and the teachers that we know are wonderful. Our daughter loves to be part of the Blue jays and so do we.
Submitted by parent on April 02, 2018

My son goes to this school. His math skills are very good now. His class teacher and principal are very helpful.
Submitted by parent on November 12, 2017

Our experience has been positive from a parents point of view and our child loves to go to school every day. The love and respect shown to the students is amazing. Couldn't be happier.
Submitted by other on November 09, 2017

I did this above. This is an excellent school for my grandson.
Submitted by parent on November 09, 2017

From the custodians, to the administrative staff, to the teachers, to the principal, to the PTA, Monte Vista is outstanding in every way. The facilities have improved too as there are inspirational murals on most walls and just exudes an awesome place for kids to learn and thrive.
Submitted by parent on November 04, 2017

We absolutely love Monte Vista Elementary. The administration and teachers go above and beyond for this school and its students. The teachers here are genuinely happy, which is a direct correlation to the climate in the classroom. I teach at a very high-ranking local charter school and still prefer that my child attend Monte Vista. You cannot beat a warm, family atmosphere, like this school, where you and your child feel welcome, encouraged and inspired daily!!
Submitted by parent on November 03, 2017

Dr. Ashby has turned this school around. It has become a close knit learning environment, with many clubs and activities. I have a child that has ADHD and in another district it was very difficult to deal with the teachers. Not so at Monte Vista! Their staff is friendly and welcoming, and interested in educating themselves as to how they can best support your student.
Submitted by parent on November 02, 2017

After having one of my children at a different school until 3rd grade and transferring here I realize the care the staff have. My children have been here for 4 years now, the teachers and Dr. Ashby take the time to know every child by name as well s their parents. They engage the children in constant rotating activities and allow multiple ways for parents to join!
Submitted by parent on November 02, 2017

It is fantastic. The teachers are great. The principal is energetic and enthusiastic. We had our daughter at another school last year and brought her back. We are really happy here.
Submitted by parent on November 02, 2017

The teachers truly care about creating a nurturing learning environment. Dr. Ashby is the most wonderful and enthusiastic principal I have seen. Support staff go well above and beyond to assist all of the children. This is an amazing school!
Submitted by parent on November 02, 2017

Every staff member in this school is involved with your children. Starting from the principal to the cafeteria personnel. I am beyond happy with Monte vista. Strong community.
Submitted by parent on May 20, 2017

Amazing teachers and leaders! I am thankful for Dr. Ashby and his team.
Submitted by parent on April 01, 2017

When we transferred to this school, from LaMesa Elementary, we were warmly welcome by staff and teachers. It feels like a family. We especially enjoy the After school Academy. Our son has been growing academically, socially, and physically. He is always so happy there. It's like heaven on earth and the staff are like Angeles.
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2017

Amazing! We love Monte Vista! The teachers are amazing and really care about their students. Dr. Ashby is such a great principal, he is so passionate about making Monte Vista a great place to go to school!
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2017

We appreciate Dr. Ashby's passion for education. He knows every students and parents names! His energy is contagious! Beyond grateful to have him at our school.
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2017

In one word: happy. Teachers are solid, many among the best in the country. (And yes, we have experienced first hand teachers all over the country) The new principal has a vision and a passion for education. Yes, there are things to improve, some have to do with issues larger than the school (testing, how art is financed, reaching out to local families). And I wish more parents were involved in the community. But I see the school devoted to children with disabilities while they are also able to pay attention to the bright ones too. Kudos!
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2017

We are very pleased with Monte Vista. Having attended MPUSD schools decades ago, I had faith despite supposed bad reviews. Superintendent Diffenbaugh has really turned things around and Dr. Ashby is just fabulous. We believe every child deserves a free quality education and thus we stayed out in Monterey rather than move to a supposed "better" school district or pay for private school (where teachers don't have to be credentialed, etc). We definitely made the right choice. Proud to be a Blue Jay family.
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2017

My son really like this school. An amazing talented principal