Monahans High School is a public high school located in Monahans, Texas, United States and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent School District located in northeast Ward County.
Serving 624 students in grades 9-12, Monahans High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Monahans High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district within Monahans, TX, encompassing approximately 500 square miles. Families in the area typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 19.9 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest limit of 28.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monahans High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Monahans High School's student population of 624 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
624 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monahans High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monahans High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6609 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lobo/lady Lobo
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monahans High School's ranking?
Monahans High School is ranked #6609 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monahans High School?
The graduation rate of Monahans High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Monahans High School?
624 students attend Monahans High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Monahans High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monahans High School?
Monahans High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monahans High School offer ?
Monahans High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Monahans High School part of?
Monahans High School is part of Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent School District.
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