Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Monterey High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monterey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Monterey High School's student population of 369 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monterey High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#314 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
2%
42%
White
95%
41%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey High School's ranking?
Monterey High School is ranked #314 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Monterey High School often compared to?
Monterey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ferriday High School, Vidalia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monterey High School?
The graduation rate of Monterey High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Monterey High School?
369 students attend Monterey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Monterey High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monterey High School?
Monterey High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monterey High School offer ?
Monterey High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monterey High School part of?
Monterey High School is part of Concordia Parish School District.
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