Monterey High School is a public high school located in Monterey, California. It is the oldest of the four high schools overseen by the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.
Serving 1,401 students in grades 9-12, Monterey High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monterey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Monterey High School's student population of 1,401 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Monterey High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2075 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Toreador
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey High School's ranking?
Monterey High School is ranked #2075 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monterey High School often compared to?
Monterey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Grove High School, Marina High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monterey High School?
The graduation rate of Monterey High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Monterey High School?
1,401 students attend Monterey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Monterey High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monterey High School?
Monterey High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monterey High School offer ?
Monterey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Monterey High School part of?
Monterey High School is part of Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.
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