Public9-12 Verified

Monte Vista High School

3131 Stone Valley Rd, Danville, CA 94526·Contra Costa County·San Ramon Valley Unified School District

4.5(312)

Overview

Suburban high school with one of the strongest engineering pathways in the East Bay.

Source: California Department of Education and verified parent reviews.

Academic snapshot

2,600

Enrollment

24:1

Student / teacher

4.5

Parent rating

Free (public)

Tuition

Programs

APEngineering PathwayAthletics

Special education support

This school offers documented services and accommodations. ParentGuider advocates can help you navigate enrollment, IEPs, and 504 Plans.

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What parents love

+Academics
+Engineering program

Things to consider

–Homogeneous community

Parent reviews

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.

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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