Serving 1,158 students in grades 9-12, Monroe Area High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Monroe Area High School's student population of 1,158 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monroe Area High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Area High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1007 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
37%
36%
White
45%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Area High School's ranking?
Monroe Area High School is ranked #1007 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Monroe Area High School often compared to?
Monroe Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loganville High School, Walnut Grove 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 37% GA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monroe Area High School?
The graduation rate of Monroe Area High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Monroe Area High School?
1,158 students attend Monroe Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Monroe Area High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monroe Area High School?
Monroe Area High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monroe Area High School offer ?
Monroe Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Monroe Area High School part of?
Monroe Area High School is part of Walton County School District.
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