Monroe Area High School is located in Walton County, Georgia, United States. It serves the city of Monroe. It is a part of the Walton County School District.
Serving 1,233 students in grades 9-12, Monroe Area High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Area High School serves the eastern part of Monroe, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 184.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges located up to 15.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroe Area High School's student population of 1,233 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monroe Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Area High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1101 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
36%
36%
White
45%
34%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple-White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Area High School's ranking?
Monroe Area High School is ranked #1101 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Monroe Area High School often compared to?
Monroe Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loganville High School, Walnut Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monroe Area High School?
The graduation rate of Monroe Area High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Monroe Area High School?
1,233 students attend Monroe Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Monroe Area High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Area High School?
Monroe Area High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monroe Area High School offer ?
Monroe Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Area High School part of?
Monroe Area High School is part of Walton County School District.
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