Caring teachers, strong academics
Bay Area Mom · Mar 2026
5.0
Our daughter has thrived here. Teachers know each child by name and reading levels jumped within one semester.
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Public9-12 Verified
Monta Vista High School
21840 McClellan Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014·Santa Clara County·Fremont Union High School District
4.6(421)
Overview
Top-rated Cupertino public high known for STEM excellence and high college matriculation.
Source: California Department of Education and verified parent reviews.
Academic snapshot
2,400
Enrollment
24:1
Student / teacher
4.6
Parent rating
Free (public)
Tuition
Programs
APSpeech & DebateDECARobotics
Special education support
This school offers documented services and accommodations. ParentGuider advocates can help you navigate enrollment, IEPs, and 504 Plans.
- Resource Specialist Program
What parents love
- +Top academics
- +STEM clubs
Things to consider
- –High stress culture
Parent reviews
Great community
K-Dad · Feb 2026
4.0
PTA is active, communication is consistent. Pickup logistics can be chaotic but otherwise excellent.
Inclusive and responsive IEP team
SpEd Parent · Jan 2026
5.0
The resource team genuinely partners with families. Our IEP meetings feel collaborative, not adversarial.
Parent Q&A
How does the school handle homework load?+
Most teachers cap homework at grade-appropriate levels; honors classes assign more reading.
What's the transportation situation?+
School buses are available within district boundaries; many families carpool or walk.
How responsive is the office to parent emails?+
Parents report 24-48 hour turnaround on most requests during the school year.
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