For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 407 students in Monterey, LA.
The top ranked public school in Monterey, LA is Monterey High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monterey, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Monterey have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Monterey, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monterey High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5920 Highway 129
Monterey, LA 71354
(318) 386-2214
Monterey, LA 71354
(318) 386-2214
Gr: PK-12 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Monterey, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Monterey, LA include Monterey High School.
How many public schools are located in Monterey?
1 public schools are located in Monterey.
What is the racial composition of students in Monterey?
Monterey public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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