Serving 1,512 students in grades 9-12, El Monte High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
El Monte High School's student population of 1,512 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
El Monte High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Monte High School is 0.23, 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
#3151 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
87%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Monte High School's ranking?
El Monte High School is ranked #3151 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Monte High School often compared to?
El Monte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arroyo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of El Monte High School?
The graduation rate of El Monte High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend El Monte High School?
1,512 students attend El Monte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of El Monte High School students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of El Monte High School?
El Monte High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does El Monte High School offer ?
El Monte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is El Monte High School part of?
El Monte High School is part of El Monte Union High School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day for EMUEA Staff
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day for 10-Month Classified Staff
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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