El Monte High School in El Monte, California, is a public high school of the El Monte Union High School District. It is one of the oldest high schools in the San Gabriel Valley.
Serving 1,383 students in grades 9-12, El Monte 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Monte 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
El Monte High School's student population of 1,383 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1901
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
El Monte 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 El Monte High School is 0.25, 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
#3410 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Monte High School's ranking?
El Monte High School is ranked #3410 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Monte High School often compared to?
El Monte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of El Monte High School?
The graduation rate of El Monte High School is 82%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend El Monte High School?
1,383 students attend El Monte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of El Monte High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Monte High School?
El Monte High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Monte High School offer ?
El Monte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is El Monte High School part of?
El Monte High School is part of El Monte Union High School District.
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