For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 407 students in Monterey, LA.
The top-ranked public school in Monterey, LA is Monterey High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monterey, LA public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Monterey have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Monterey, LA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monterey High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5920 Highway 129
Monterey, LA 71354
(318) 386-2214
Monterey, LA 71354
(318) 386-2214
Gr: PK-12 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monterey, LA?
The top-ranked public schools in Monterey, LA include Monterey High School.
How many public schools are located in Monterey?
1 public schools are located in Monterey.
What is the racial composition of students in Monterey?
Monterey public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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