For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,502 students in 93940, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 93940, CA are Monterey High School and Big Sur Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 93940 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 93940, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 93940 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Monterey High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93940, CA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monterey High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Herrmann Dr.
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 392-3801
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 392-3801
Gr: 9-12 | 1,401 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Big Sur Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
304 Foam St.
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 324-4573
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 324-4573
Gr: K-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
93940, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
680 Belden
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 649-1264
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 649-1264
Gr: K-7 | 273 students Minority enrollment: 45%
1700 Via Casoli
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 649-1744
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 649-1744
Gr: K-6 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
251 Soledad Dr.
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 649-1287
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 649-1287
Gr: K-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
100 Toda Vista Dr.
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 649-1951
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 649-1951
Gr: 8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 93940, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 93940, CA include Monterey High School and Big Sur Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 93940?
2 public high schools are located in 93940.
What is the racial composition of students in 93940?
93940 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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