Montwood High School is a four-year public high school located in the East El Paso area of El Paso, Texas, United States. It is a part of the Socorro Independent School District. The school was completed in 1989, just in time for the 1990/1991 school year.
Serving 2,568 students in grades 9-12, Montwood 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Montwood High School's student population of 2,568 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1989
Colors
Green, Royal blue, Kelly green
School Rankings
Montwood High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montwood High School is 0.10, 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
#4308 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocky The Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montwood High School's ranking?
Montwood High School is ranked #4308 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Montwood High School often compared to?
Montwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Americas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montwood High School?
The graduation rate of Montwood High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Montwood High School?
2,568 students attend Montwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Montwood High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montwood High School?
Montwood High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montwood High School offer ?
Montwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Montwood High School part of?
Montwood High School is part of Socorro Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Montwood High School located?
Montwood High School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 36 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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