Serving 672 students in grades 7-12, Montesano Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montesano Jr-sr High School's student population of 672 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montesano Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montesano Jr-sr High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#933 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
76%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montesano Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Montesano Jr-sr High School is ranked #933 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Montesano Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Montesano Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elma High School, J M Weatherwax High School, Hoquiam High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montesano Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Montesano Jr-sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Montesano Jr-sr High School?
672 students attend Montesano Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Montesano Jr-sr High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montesano Jr-sr High School?
Montesano Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Montesano Jr-sr High School offer ?
Montesano Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Montesano Jr-sr High School part of?
Montesano Jr-sr High School is part of Montesano School District.
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