Serving 1,279 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 31% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). 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 19:1 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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montrose High School serves the southeastern part of its school district in Montrose, CO, covering an extensive area of approximately 889.9 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 30 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montrose High School's student population of 1,279 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,279 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together: Inspire • Learn • Grow
School Rankings
Montrose High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montrose High School's ranking?
Montrose High School is ranked #666 out of 1,748 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 Vista Charter School, Peak Virtual Academy, Olathe Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 89%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Montrose High School?
1,279 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 19:1, 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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