North Monterey County High School is a high school in Castroville, California, USA, was established in 1978. It serves the populations of Aromas, Castroville, Prunedale, Royal Oaks, Elkhorn and Salinas. The school is part of the North Monterey County Unified School District.
Serving 1,250 students in grades 9-12, North Monterey County 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 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 1,250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Monterey County High School's student population of 1,250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Motto
Dreaming, Engaging, and Achieving Together
School Rankings
North Monterey County 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 North Monterey County High School is 0.17, 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
#7000 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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: Condor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Monterey County High School's ranking?
North Monterey County High School is ranked #7000 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Monterey County High School?
The graduation rate of North Monterey County High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Monterey County High School?
1,250 students attend North Monterey County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of North Monterey County High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Monterey County High School?
North Monterey County High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Monterey County High School offer ?
North Monterey County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Monterey County High School part of?
North Monterey County High School is part of North Monterey County Unified School District.
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