Serving 363 students in grades 9-12, Monticello High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Monticello High School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monticello High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#339 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello High School's ranking?
Monticello High School is ranked #339 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Monticello High School often compared to?
Monticello High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anamosa High School, Maquoketa Valley Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monticello High School?
The graduation rate of Monticello High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Monticello High School?
363 students attend Monticello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Monticello High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monticello High School?
Monticello High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monticello High School offer ?
Monticello High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Monticello High School part of?
Monticello High School is part of Monticello Comm School District.
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