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, the school serves most of the suburban residential and industrial technology enriched area of western Cupertino. In 2016, Monta Vista was ranked by ''Newsweek'' as the 18th best high school in the United States.

History

Monta Vista High opened in 1969. In 2014, a new field, track, and stadium were built along with a new student union and newly renovated cafeteria and six classrooms. On October 27, 2014, student Ethan Justin Wong, who was riding his bike to school, collided with a haul truck, although the specifics were unclear. Wong was pronounced dead at the scene.

Notable alumni

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Notable faculty

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References

External links

Monta Vista High School websiteSchool Newspaper
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