Monterey Heights Elementary School

Posted: August 16, 2026

As the principal of Monterey Heights STEAM Academy, I am incredibly proud to lead a school where students are encouraged to learn, create, collaborate, and thrive. Our dedicated teachers and staff work tirelessly to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported.

STEAM education is integrated across all grade levels, providing students with engaging, hands-on opportunities in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics. Through meaningful projects and real-world problem-solving, our students develop creativity, confidence, critical-thinking skills, and a genuine love of learning.

What makes Monterey Heights truly special is our strong sense of community. Our staff, students, and families work together to support student success and create joyful learning experiences. We are committed to educating the whole child and empowering every Monterey Heights Eagle to learn, lead, and soar.

Posted: February 6, 2026

Monterey Heights STEAM Academy is an exceptional school that prioritizes both students and their families. The dedicated and compassionate staff is committed to ensuring that every child thrives academically and socially. With a focus on STEAM education, learning becomes an engaging, hands-on experience that encourages students to think creatively, tackle problems, and pursue their interests in meaningful ways.The school cultivates a warm and inclusive community where families feel appreciated and actively involved. Teachers consistently go the extra mile to support their students, maintaining clear and regular communication with families. Additionally, there are fantastic enrichment opportunities available through various events, activities, and family engagement initiatives.

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Posted: October 16, 2025

Monterey Heights STEAM Academy is a wonderful school with very committed and caring administration (Mrs. Turner & Mrs. Pollow) and dedicated teachers who truly go above and beyond for their students. The staff create a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. I’ve seen my child grow not only academically but also socially and emotionally, and I know that’s because of the love and dedication that everyone at Monterey Heights puts into their work each day.

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Posted: October 23, 2023

Monterey Heights offer all students opportunities in all areas. There are multiple functions and get togethers to attend at different times during a given day to enrich your knowledge of what is happening at the school and to engage parents with students and staff. Both my children are extremely happy with the environment at the school and feel safe attending daily! Staff go above and beyond to assist students and to engage them in learning.

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Posted: November 3, 2015

I went to Monterey Heights when I was a kid. It wasn't that great then. However, I'm not going to rate it from how it was when I attended, as some other reviewers did, because it's a completely different school now. It's worse. My child is in 5th grade here. It's her first year at this school and hopefully, her last. While there seems to be some good teachers, most seem to be just going through the motions. The kids in my daughters class are rude, extremely disrespectful, unruly and undisciplined. Do I blame this all on the teachers? Absolutely not. Parents need to take part of the blame as well. At the same time, it goes back to the staff not being able to handle the children in the classroom. It's almost as if they have just given up. The school can't keep substitutes because of student behavior and apparently they can't keep teachers, either. It's ridiculous. I cannot wait until my daughter is out of MH.

Posted: August 28, 2015

My son goes to Monterey heights and we both love it there. He's in first grade now and also attended kinder there. His teachers have been awesome! The office staff are always very friendly and helpful. I've always been able to communicate well with them and the principal. Just today I went in to give them a heads up about my son needing surgery later this school year and Dr Perez the principal went instantly into "game plan" mode. I very much appreciated the support

Posted: August 28, 2015

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I'm very excited this year his teacher will give him more work on his level. He was getting bored last year with the general grade level work

Posted: August 28, 2015

They have the rules posted everywhere! My son always comes home with "eagle bucks" they earn for being good. And I've heard his teachers on more then one occasion mention the eagle three!

Posted: February 11, 2015

The teachers at this school are just as much a victim of the subpar admits ration as the students. Gangs of bullies in 6th grade are allowed to bully students and staff, the principal bullies anyone who opposes her lack of judgement, controversial actions and lack of involvement. Two 6th grade teachers quit with in 2 months because of both situations. The district is in willing to do anything to help the safety of the students and bullies the kids and parents who speak out. I have 3 children in this school and am removing them from the district because of the downward spiral over the past two years, it's a shame because the teachers are wonderful, though spread so thin, and hands tied to deal with behavior issues and bullying from their own administration.

Posted: November 13, 2014

This school personal does nothing when it comes to bulling im so tired of my kids always coming home crying asking to go back to their old school. i regret so much moving them from schools. my fifth grader drooped his grades drastically.

Posted: July 26, 2012

This was my elementary school, I loved all the staff that worked at this school and still remember those who helped me a lot! Ms. Wah was my first teacher, I came in not knowing any English. With the help of their staff, I enjoyed my exprience as a student of the at school. I can say, I am proud that I was once a student that this great school. I remember that they had very good programs in the schools that allows their student to learn and progress to where they need to be. I wish I was still in the neighborhood so I can have my children going to Monterey Heights. They have outstanding teachers and staffs.

Posted: August 29, 2011

Monterey Heights is a great school. The sixth grade teaching team is excellent. They have a great rapport with the students and my son greatly enjoyed school because of these two outstanding teachers. They do a great job of motivating students to learn and strive to do their best.

Posted: December 7, 2010

I attended MH, now my 2 daughters go to this wonderful school. The teachers are awesome and the principal is great. There is no better elementary school around

Posted: May 16, 2010

and we WILL get over 800 on Cst test scores no matter how much you don't believe it Mrs. Cole

Posted: May 13, 2010

Monterey Heights has passionate teachers. They absolutely love what they do & it transmits through the students. Since enrolling my 4 children there, they improved so much they no longer needed esl classes and got approved to the Gate program. My kids never want to be absent. Now that speaks for itself!

Posted: April 26, 2010

I have grandchildren that attend this school and they really enjoy it!!! This is one of the best schools in the district...Go for the Gold!!!!

Posted: April 25, 2010

My kids attend Monterey Heights elementary school and I think its the best school ever

Posted: April 25, 2010

All 3 of my children attended Monterey Heights, now 2 of my grandkids attend there. The teachers are wonderful!

Posted: April 25, 2010

We love this school, all the teachers, and the administration. No matter what the issue, grade level, or ability, Monterey Heights is the only choice for our family.

Posted: April 25, 2010

Monterey Heights is representative of what every parent is looking for from a school. My brother, sisters and I all attended the school. The teachers, administration and support staff are fantastic.

Posted: April 25, 2010

I like it because you feel like u and your kids are in home. All the teachers and principal make you feelthat way. I have my two kids there and we all happy.

Posted: April 25, 2010

my kids went here now my grandkids go here it is a great place

Posted: April 25, 2010

It's a school that has been in our community for a long time and that's where my family and children have or are going now. The teachers are great with the kids.

Posted: April 24, 2010

My Daughter and Son both went to Montery Heights. They both did well and went on to graduate from Mount Miguel High School. Montery Heights is a family oriented school.

Posted: April 23, 2010

Monterey Heights Elementary School is a great community school where my daughters and granddaugher attended. It takes a villiage to raise our children and Monterey Heights is part of that Village in Lemon Grove, CA

Posted: April 23, 2010

I love Monterey Heights because my daughter has been going to that School since she was in kidergarden. She is now in 4th grade. The teachers there always go out of there way to help out. She is also in speech class and that has helped her so much. They always try and do after school activities to keep them interested in School. I could not ask for a better School for my daughter. She loves going to School because of all the people there. She is very shy and they work with her and make her feel comfortable.

Posted: April 5, 2009