Serving 23 students in grades 9-12, Monticello Alternative Program ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello Alternative Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Monticello Alternative Program's student population of 23 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Every Kid, Every Day
School Rankings
The diversity score of Monticello Alternative Program is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
31%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
39%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monticello Alternative Program?
The graduation rate of Monticello Alternative Program is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Monticello Alternative Program?
23 students attend Monticello Alternative Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Monticello Alternative Program students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello Alternative Program?
Monticello Alternative Program has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monticello Alternative Program offer ?
Monticello Alternative Program offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monticello Alternative Program part of?
Monticello Alternative Program is part of Monticello Public School District.
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