Serving 144 students in grades 7-12, La Monte High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA MONTE HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in La Monte, MO, covering an area of approximately 82.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 7.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Monte High School's student population of 144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Monte High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Monte High School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1778 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Monte High School's ranking?
La Monte High School is ranked #1778 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are La Monte High School often compared to?
La Monte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest High School, Smith-cotton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Monte High School?
The graduation rate of La Monte High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend La Monte High School?
144 students attend La Monte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of La Monte High School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Monte High School?
La Monte High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does La Monte High School offer ?
La Monte High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Monte High School part of?
La Monte High School is part of La Monte R-IV School District.
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