Monroe High School

1,078 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Monroe Comprehensive High School, located at 900 Lippitt Drive in Albany, Georgia, is a prominent institution within the Dougherty County School System. Steeped in a rich history, the school is known for its deep roots in the local community and its commitment to providing a well-rounded educational experience. As a "comprehensive" high school, it offers a broad curriculum designed to prepare students for various post-secondary pathways, including higher education, vocational training, and immediate workforce entry.

Beyond its academic offerings, Monroe High School is widely recognized for its vibrant school spirit and strong athletic traditions, often serving as a central hub for community engagement in Albany. The school focuses on fostering a supportive environment that encourages student development through extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, and community service. By balancing rigorous coursework with social and personal development, Monroe aims to empower its students to become productive, responsible citizens who contribute positively to their local and global communities.

1,078

Total Students

65.6

Full-Time Teachers

16.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

110.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Monroe High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	16
Hispanic	33
Black	1,016
Asian	3
Two or More	10

Black
1,016 (94.2 %)
Hispanic
33 (3.1 %)
White
16 (1.5 %)
Two or More
10 (0.9 %)
Asian
3 (0.3 %)

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:	No
District:	Dougherty County
Phone:	(229)431-3316
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,078
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	65.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,189
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 328

Grade 10 307

Grade 11 241

Grade 12 202