Monterey High School

Monterey High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
101 Herrmann Dr,  Monterey, CA
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
3.4
3.2
1,326 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Marcie Plummer
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
73%
Average GPA
3.68
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
A
College Prep
B+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.68
Reading Proficiency
73%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
69
Full Time Teachers
69
Teachers in First or Second Year
33.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
580
Verbal
590
Average ACT
25
Math
25
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
46.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
11.6%
State Average
17.9%
Science
6.5%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
431:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%
Hispanic
49.5%
White
30.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.8%
Black
4.9%
Two or more races
3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#97 Niche Standout HS in California
#240 Best College Prep Public HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles 318 Students
University of California - Berkeley 273 Students
University of California - Davis 257 Students
San José State University 243 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 226 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 225 Students
University of California - Irvine 223 Students
San Diego State University 213 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 212 Students
University of California - San Diego 209 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 125 Students
Biology 106 Students
Nursing 100 Students
Psychology 81 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 63 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 53 Students
Computer Science 51 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 45 Students
Chemistry 39 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 37 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 254 Reviews
5.0 Junior
8/27/2025
I love Monterey high! I'm in the Monterey academy of oceanographic science and it's all math and science related and we take college classes and it's just a really good program and school!! They also have sports and art related academy which is also cool.
4.0 Sophomore
2/27/2025
Some of my best experiences surrounding Monterey High have been in sports and the science and math programs. I competed in two separate school sports, and on both of these teams the environment was fun and encouraging while still being competitive. I haven't had very many negative experiences, but some of the teaching styles can be difficult to follow if you aren't used to fast paced classes.
4.0 Senior
3/30/2023
It's a very well-round environment with tons of great teachers that actually make you want to learn more!
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 13 Reviews
5.0 other
10/2/2025
Monterey high has the best admin and counseling staff!
5.0 parent
4/21/2025
We love Monterey high! Great teachers and an excellent principal.
5.0 parent
4/8/2023
I went here for all four years. It is a fairly solid school despite the financial challenges many of the students face.
4.0 student
7/13/2019
It is a fine place to learn about the types of people in the world and how to work the system. Hopefully in the future I can see the campus become more beautiful like it used to look like with the towering spanish gothic spires and mystical murals, but the first thing that needs to change is the dis...

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Monterey High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Monterey, CA and is served by the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,326 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 73% are proficient in reading. Monterey High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.68, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $1,408,341. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pacific Grove High School, Carmel High School, Trinity Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Monterey has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Monterey High School.

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