Serving 1,855 students in grades 9-12, Monache 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,855 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monache High serves the west part of Porterville, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the nearest boundary, while the furthest edge extends up to 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monache High School's student population of 1,855 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,855 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Monache 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 Monache High School is 0.36, 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
#5108 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
79%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
12%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monache High School's ranking?
Monache High School is ranked #5108 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monache High School often compared to?
Monache High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Porterville High School, Porterville Military Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monache High School?
The graduation rate of Monache High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Monache High School?
1,855 students attend Monache High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Monache High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monache High School?
Monache High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monache High School offer ?
Monache High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Monache High School part of?
Monache High School is part of Porterville Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Monache High School located?
Monache High School is located in the West Porterville neighborhood of Porterville, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in West Porterville.
School Calendar
View the Monache High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break - No School
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 17, 2027 (Wednesday)
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