Founded in 1909, Montebello High School is a public high school which is part of the Montebello Unified School District, and has an enrollment of approximately 2,600 students in grades 9-12. Its campus is located in Montebello, California, a suburb of Los Angeles. It is named for the city of Montebello.
Serving 1,907 students in grades 9-12, Montebello High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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: 1,907 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montebello High School's student population of 1,907 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,907 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Motto
Empowering students to achieve excellence as model citizens.
School Rankings
Montebello High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montebello High School is 0.04, 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
#8186 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ollie The Oiler
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montebello High School's ranking?
Montebello High School is ranked #8186 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Montebello High School often compared to?
Montebello High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schurr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montebello High School?
The graduation rate of Montebello High School is 84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Montebello High School?
1,907 students attend Montebello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Montebello High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montebello High School?
Montebello High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Montebello High School offer ?
Montebello High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Montebello High School part of?
Montebello High School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Montebello High School located?
Montebello High School is located in the South Montebello neighborhood of Montebello, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in South Montebello.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 17, 2026 (Monday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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