Montclair High School is a high school in Montclair, California. It is one of the twelve schools of the Chaffey Joint Union High School District.
Serving 2,605 students in grades 9-12, Montclair High School ranks in the top 50% 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montclair High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Montclair High School's student population of 2,605 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Black, Columbia blue
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
To provide student learning, and ultimately their achievement, of the prescribed curriculum that takes place in the classroom under the direction of the teacher.
School Mascot
Cavalier
School Rankings
Montclair High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montclair High School is 0.22, which is less 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
#3088 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavalier
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montclair High School's ranking?
Montclair High School is ranked #3088 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montclair High School often compared to?
Montclair High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chino Hills High School, Ruben S. Ayala High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montclair High School?
The graduation rate of Montclair High School is 87%, which is equal to the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Montclair High School?
2,605 students attend Montclair High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Montclair High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montclair High School?
Montclair High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montclair High School offer ?
Montclair High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Montclair High School part of?
Montclair High School is part of Chaffey Joint Union High School District.
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