For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 208 students in Monterey, VA.
The top-ranked public schools in Monterey, VA are Highland High School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monterey, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Virginia public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Monterey have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Monterey, VA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
244 Myers/moon Rd
Monterey, VA 24465
(540) 468-6320
Monterey, VA 24465
(540) 468-6320
Gr: 6-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
252 Myers/moon Rd
Monterey, VA 24465
(540) 468-6360
Monterey, VA 24465
(540) 468-6360
Gr: PK-5 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monterey, VA?
The top-ranked public schools in Monterey, VA include Highland High School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Monterey?
2 public schools are located in Monterey.
What is the racial composition of students in Monterey?
Monterey public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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