Monroe Area High School

300 Double Springs Church Rd S
Monroe, GA 30656

www.monroeareahigh.org

1,158 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Monroe Area High School, located in Monroe, Georgia, serves as a central hub for secondary education within the Walton County School District. Committed to preparing students for life beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that integrates rigorous academic coursework with a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities. From athletics and performing arts to specialized career and technical education (CTE) pathways, the school strives to foster an environment where students can discover their interests and develop the critical thinking skills necessary for future college and career success.

As a staple of the Monroe community, the school places a strong focus on building school spirit and student engagement through its "Hurricane" pride. The administration and faculty work to cultivate a supportive culture that values both academic achievement and character development. By leveraging local resources and maintaining strong community ties, Monroe Area High School aims to equip its graduates with the tools, confidence, and community-minded perspective needed to thrive in an evolving global landscape.

1,158

Total Students

74.7

Full-Time Teachers

15.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

61.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Monroe Area High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	522
Hispanic	116
Black	430
Asian	26
Two or More	57
American Indian	7

White
522 (45.1 %)
Black
430 (37.1 %)
Hispanic
116 (10.0 %)
Two or More
57 (4.9 %)
Asian
26 (2.2 %)
American Indian
7 (0.6 %)

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:	Walton County
Phone:	(770)266-4599
Website:	http://www.monroeareahigh.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,158
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	74.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	592
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	117

* 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 9 392

Grade 10 284

Grade 11 254

Grade 12 228