For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 546 students in Monticello, MS.
The top ranked public high school in Monticello, MS is Lawrence County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monticello, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 34% statewide average). High schools in Monticello have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Monticello, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lawrence County High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Monticello, MS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence County High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
713 Thomas E. Jolly Dr.
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-4910
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-4910
Grades: 9-12
| 546 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lawrence Co Tech & Career Center
Vocational School
686 Smith Lane
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-9346
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-9346
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Monticello, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in Monticello, MS include Lawrence County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Monticello, MS?
2 public high schools are located in Monticello, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in Monticello, MS?
Monticello, MS public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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