Serving 698 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 34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montesano Jr-Sr High's attendance zone covers the entire Montesano School District, encompassing approximately 225.6 square miles. The area is generally located in Montesano, WA, with typical drives to the school taking 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 7.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montesano Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Montesano Jr-sr High School's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
698 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Montesano Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montesano Jr-sr High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
78%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #952 out of 2,088 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montesano Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Montesano Jr-sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Montesano Jr-sr High School?
698 students attend Montesano Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Montesano Jr-sr High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montesano Jr-sr High School?
Montesano Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montesano Jr-sr High School offer ?
Montesano Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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