Serving 702 students in grades 7-12, Montesano Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montesano Jr-sr High School's student population of 702 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montesano Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montesano Jr-sr High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1087 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
78%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montesano Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Montesano Jr-sr High School is ranked #1087 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Montesano Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Montesano Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elma High School, J M Weatherwax High School, Hoquiam High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montesano Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Montesano Jr-sr High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Montesano Jr-sr High School?
702 students attend Montesano Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Montesano Jr-sr High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Montesano Jr-sr High School?
Montesano Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Montesano Jr-sr High School offer ?
Montesano Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Montesano Jr-sr High School part of?
Montesano Jr-sr High School is part of Montesano School District.
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