Serving 742 students in grades 9-12, Monett High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Monett High School's student population of 742 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monett High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monett High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#889 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
42%
9%
White
49%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cubs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monett High School's ranking?
Monett High School is ranked #889 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Monett High School often compared to?
Monett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cassville High School, East Newton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monett High School?
The graduation rate of Monett High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Monett High School?
742 students attend Monett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Monett High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monett High School?
Monett High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Monett High School offer ?
Monett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monett High School part of?
Monett High School is part of Monett R-I School District.
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