For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,976 students in Monticello, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Monticello, IN are Meadowlawn Elementary School, Twin Lakes Senior High School and Oaklawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monticello, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Monticello have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Monticello, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meadowlawn Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
715 W Ohio St
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-7720
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-7720
Gr: K-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Twin Lakes Senior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 S 3rd St
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-7108
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-7108
Gr: 9-12 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Oaklawn Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
402 E South St
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-5651
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-5651
Gr: K-4 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Roosevelt Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
721 W Broadway
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-5552
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-5552
Gr: 6-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Monticello, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 South Beach Dr
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-7005
Monticello, IN 47960
(574) 583-7005
Gr: K-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monticello, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Monticello, IN include Meadowlawn Elementary School, Twin Lakes Senior High School and Oaklawn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Monticello?
4 public schools are located in Monticello.
What is the racial composition of students in Monticello?
Monticello public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Monticello are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Monticello include: Oaklawn Elementary School vs. Meadowlawn Elementary School, Meadowlawn Elementary School vs. Oaklawn Elementary School
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