For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,437 students in Monticello, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 129 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Monticello, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Monticello, IL are Washington School, Monticello Middle School and Monticello High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monticello, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Monticello have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Monticello, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3 Sage Dr
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Gr: PK-3 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Monticello Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2015 E Washington St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Gr: 6-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Monticello High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Sage Dr
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Monticello, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
700 N Buchanan St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Gr: PK-1 | 265 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monticello, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Monticello, IL include Washington School, Monticello Middle School and Monticello High School.
How many public schools are located in Monticello?
3 public schools are located in Monticello.
What percentage of students in Monticello go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Monticello are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Monticello?
Monticello public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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