Serving 24 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- 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
School Overview
Monticello Alternative Program's student population of 24 students has declined by 25% 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
24 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Monticello Alternative Program is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. 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
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
42%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
8%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
33%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Graduation Rate
40-59%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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 83.3%.
How many students attend Monticello Alternative Program?
24 students attend Monticello Alternative Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Monticello Alternative Program students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 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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