Serving 1,275 students in grades 9-12, Montrose High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montrose High School's student population of 1,275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montrose High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montrose High School is 0.52, 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
#615 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
37%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montrose High School's ranking?
Montrose High School is ranked #615 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Montrose High School often compared to?
Montrose High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Middle School, Olathe Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montrose High School?
The graduation rate of Montrose High School is 82%, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Montrose High School?
1,275 students attend Montrose High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Montrose High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montrose High School?
Montrose High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montrose High School offer ?
Montrose High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montrose High School part of?
Montrose High School is part of Montrose County School District Re-1j.
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