Monterey High School is a 5A high school located in central Lubbock, Texas, United States. Monterey is part of the Lubbock Independent School District. Established in 1955, Monterey was the third high school to be established in Lubbock, after Lubbock High School and Dunbar High School.
Serving 2,117 students in grades 9-12, Monterey 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monterey High School serves the southern part of Lubbock, TX, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending to a maximum of 3.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monterey High School's student population of 2,117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Scarlet, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Monterey 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 Monterey High School is 0.54, 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
#6919 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
64%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
21%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey High School's ranking?
Monterey High School is ranked #6919 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Monterey High School often compared to?
Monterey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lubbock High School, Coronado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monterey High School?
The graduation rate of Monterey High School is 83%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Monterey High School?
2,117 students attend Monterey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Monterey High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monterey High School?
Monterey High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monterey High School offer ?
Monterey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Monterey High School part of?
Monterey High School is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Monterey High School located?
Monterey High School is located in the Wheelock and Monterey neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Wheelock and Monterey.
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