For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 4,462 students in El Monte, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in El Monte, CA are Arroyo High School, El Monte Union High School Community Day and El Monte High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
El Monte, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in El Monte have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
El Monte, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Arroyo High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in El Monte, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arroyo High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4921 North Cedar Ave.
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 444-9201
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 444-9201
Gr: 9-12 | 1,638 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
El Monte Union High School Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5050 Kings Row
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 258-4943
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 258-4943
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
El Monte High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3048 North Tyler Ave.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 444-7701
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 444-7701
Gr: 9-12 | 1,383 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Mountain View High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Pkwy. Dr.
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 443-6181
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 443-6181
Gr: 9-12 | 1,123 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #55.
Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12347 Ramona Blvd.
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 442-0481
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 442-0481
Gr: 10-12 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in El Monte, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in El Monte, CA include Arroyo High School, El Monte Union High School Community Day and El Monte High School.
How many public high schools are located in El Monte?
5 public high schools are located in El Monte.
What is the racial composition of students in El Monte?
El Monte public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in El Monte are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in El Monte include: El Monte High School vs. Arroyo High School
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