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 626 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- 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%)
- 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 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
27%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lobo/lady Lobo
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Monahans High School?
626 students attend Monahans High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Monahans High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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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