About Our School

Montevideo Elementary School was established in 1980 in portable buildings at its present site in San Ramon, a growing East Bay suburb of San Francisco. Once a rural community, the San Ramon Valley has evolved from fields and ranches to an area of business parks and multinational corporations. Situated at the edge of a community park in San Ramon, Montevideo serves 525 Kindergarten through fifth grade students, many of whom walk to school from the surrounding neighborhoods. The families served by the school are generally well educated and have high expectations for their children. They are very supportive of the school and its purpose, which is, of course, the education of their children. With API scores consistently above 900, Montevideo is a California Distinguished School and ranks as one of the top performing schools in the District, County and State.

Montevideo is a school that fosters academic excellence. There are high standards for all students, with a curriculum that is challenging and engaging, differentiated according to student need. Teachers collaborate in and across grade levels and with support staff to formulate achievable, developmentally appropriate learning opportunities. There is respect for and understanding of the variety of teaching and learning styles within the community. Parents, staff and students understand that all work together as a team to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for productive, fulfilling lives.

Montevideo is proud of its rich cultural diversity. Our school community supports respect for individuals, promotes leadership and responsibility, and fosters democratic values, which are integrated into the curriculum of each grade level. These values are taught, encouraged and admired in all areas of the school community. Our vision is that each student be sufficiently motivated to achieve to his or her greatest potential, in a safe and caring environment.