For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 212 students in Monterey, VA.
The top ranked public schools in Monterey, VA are Highland High School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monterey, VA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Virginia public school average of 54%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Monterey have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Monterey, VA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highland High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
244 Myers/moon Rd
Monterey, VA 24465
(540) 468-6320
Monterey, VA 24465
(540) 468-6320
Grades: 6-12
| 100 students
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
252 Myers/moon Rd
Monterey, VA 24465
(540) 468-6360
Monterey, VA 24465
(540) 468-6360
Grades: PK-5
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Monterey, VA?
The top ranked public schools in Monterey, VA include Highland High School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Monterey?
2 public schools are located in Monterey.
What is the racial composition of students in Monterey?
Monterey public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Virginia public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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