North Monterey County High
1,286 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
North Monterey County High School (NMCHS), located in Castroville, California, serves as a central educational hub for the North Monterey County Unified School District. The school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to fostering a supportive community environment. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and various elective opportunities designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.
Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes student engagement through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. As part of its mission, North Monterey County High focuses on academic growth and personal development, striving to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to succeed in their post-secondary endeavors. The school remains an integral part of the Castroville community, actively working to bridge the gap between academic achievement and local civic involvement.
Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes student engagement through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. As part of its mission, North Monterey County High focuses on academic growth and personal development, striving to equip its students with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to succeed in their post-secondary endeavors. The school remains an integral part of the Castroville community, actively working to bridge the gap between academic achievement and local civic involvement.
1,286
Total Students
62.5
Full-Time Teachers
20.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 91 |
| Hispanic | 1,165 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More | 8 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic1,165 (90.6 %)
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White91 (7.1 %)
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Asian15 (1.2 %)
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Two or More8 (0.6 %)
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Black4 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | North Monterey County Unified |
| Phone: | (831)633-5221 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,286 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 62.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 20.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 956 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 100 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
324
Grade 10
335
Grade 11
320
Grade 12
307
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 324 |
| Grade 10 | 335 |
| Grade 11 | 320 |
| Grade 12 | 307 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 601 | 46.7% |
| Male | 685 | 53.3% |
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