Serving 544 students in grades 7-12, Monterey High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monterey High School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Monterey High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1223 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
64%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey High School's ranking?
Monterey High School is ranked #1223 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Monterey High School often compared to?
Monterey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cookeville High School, Upperman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monterey High School?
The graduation rate of Monterey High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Monterey High School?
544 students attend Monterey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Monterey High School students are White, 35% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Monterey High School offer ?
Monterey High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monterey High School part of?
Monterey High School is part of Putnam County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/21/2019
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