Serving 526 students in grades 7-12, Monterey High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monterey High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Monterey, TN, covering an area of approximately 108 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monterey High School's student population of 526 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
41 teachers
School Rankings
Monterey High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monterey High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1110 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
36%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
62%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey High School's ranking?
Monterey High School is ranked #1110 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Monterey High School often compared to?
Monterey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cookeville High School, Upperman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monterey High School?
The graduation rate of Monterey High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Monterey High School?
526 students attend Monterey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Monterey High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Monterey High School offer ?
Monterey High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monterey High School part of?
Monterey High School is part of Putnam County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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