Montemalaga Elementary

1121 Via Nogales
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274

montemalaga.pvpusd.net

442 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Montemalaga Elementary School, located in the scenic Palos Verdes Estates, is a highly regarded public institution serving the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school fosters a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. The campus is integrated into its local community, emphasizing a collaborative partnership between dedicated teachers, supportive parents, and engaged students to create a well-rounded educational experience.

Beyond its rigorous core curriculum, Montemalaga places significant value on character development and the social-emotional growth of its students. The school environment is characterized by a focus on inclusivity and community service, often promoting activities that help students develop leadership skills and a sense of responsibility. With a reputation for high test scores and a supportive staff, Montemalaga is widely viewed as a cornerstone of the local community, providing a solid foundation for students as they prepare for middle school and beyond.

442

Total Students

18.0

Full-Time Teachers

24.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

5.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Montemalaga Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	128
Hispanic	59
Black	7
Asian	183
Two or More	65

Asian
183 (41.4 %)
White
128 (29.0 %)
Two or More
65 (14.7 %)
Hispanic
59 (13.3 %)
Black
7 (1.6 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified
Phone:	(310)378-5228
Website:	http://montemalaga.pvpusd.net
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	442
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	18.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	20
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 91

Grade 1 58

Grade 2 63

Grade 3 74

Grade 4 81

Grade 5 75