Serving 281 students in grades 9-12, Monte Alto High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monte Alto High School's student population of 281 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Monte Alto High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monte Alto High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8010 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Alto High School's ranking?
Monte Alto High School is ranked #8010 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monte Alto High School?
The graduation rate of Monte Alto High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Monte Alto High School?
281 students attend Monte Alto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Monte Alto High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monte Alto High School?
Monte Alto High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monte Alto High School offer ?
Monte Alto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Monte Alto High School part of?
Monte Alto High School is part of Monte Alto Independent School District.
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