El Monte High in El Monte, California
1,512
9-12
19.9:1
El Monte Union High
Otter Score
Great
About El Monte High
El Monte High is a public high school located in El Monte, California. The school serves grades 9-12 and has a total enrollment of 1,512 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 19.9:1, El Monte High has class sizes comparable to national averages.
The graduation rate at El Monte High is 87%.
About El Monte High
El Monte High is a developing public high school located in El Monte, CA. Serving grades 9-12 with an enrollment of 1,512 students, the school is part of the El Monte Union High. With a student-teacher ratio of 19.9:1, El Monte High maintains class sizes typical for schools in the region.
Academic Performance
Students at El Monte High perform below state averages on standardized assessments. Math proficiency stands at 0%, reading at 0%, and science at 0%. The school is actively working to close achievement gaps through targeted intervention programs and additional support resources.
College Readiness & Graduation
El Monte High boasts a 87% graduation rate. The school provides counseling and support services to help students plan for their futures.
Community & Diversity
El Monte High serves a diverse socioeconomic community, with 91.6% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch programs. Located in El Monte, CA, the school benefits from the community's local amenities and family-friendly environment. Families choosing El Monte High gain access to the broader resources of the El Monte Union High.
Academics
Test Scores
Percentage of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards on state assessments. Source: California Department of Education, 2025–2026.
Students
Demographics
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2025–2026.
Student Body
National avg: 16:1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Otter Score for El Monte High?
El Monte High has an Otter Score of 74/100, rated "Great". The Otter Score combines test scores, graduation rates, college readiness, student-teacher ratio, and AP course availability into a single 0-100 composite rating.
What grades does El Monte High serve?
El Monte High serves grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 1,512 students. It is a public high school in El Monte, California.
What is the student-teacher ratio at El Monte High?
El Monte High has a student-teacher ratio of 19.9:1. The national average is approximately 16:1.
What is the graduation rate at El Monte High?
El Monte High has a graduation rate of 87%.
How diverse is El Monte High?
The student body at El Monte High is . The school earns a diversity grade of A+.
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Data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and California Department of Education. Updated for the 2025–2026 school year. AreaOtter is not affiliated with El Monte High or El Monte Union High.