MONTE RIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Monte Rio Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Monte Rio Union Elementary school district, located in Monte Rio, CA with about 88 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, Monte Rio Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Monte Rio Elementary School is a small, public K-8 institution located in the scenic, rural community of Monte Rio, California, nestled along the Russian River in Sonoma County. Serving a close-knit community, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to education, leveraging its small size to foster strong relationships between students, teachers, and families. The school environment is characterized by its focus on the natural beauty of the surrounding redwood forest, often integrating outdoor learning and environmental awareness into the daily student experience.

Academically and socially, Monte Rio Elementary prides itself on cultivating a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that encourages student leadership and community engagement. As part of the local district, the school balances core curriculum requirements with enrichment programs designed to nurture creativity and critical thinking. By maintaining a student-centered philosophy, the school aims to provide a stable, nurturing foundation that prepares its students for success as they transition into high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Monte Rio Elementary at (707) 865-2266 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.