Monticello Elementary School serves 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Attendance Zone: Monticello Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Monticello, AR, encompassing approximately 95 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 14.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Elementary School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering A Community of Lifetime Learners
School Rankings
The diversity score of Monticello Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
37%
19%
White
53%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Monticello Elementary School often compared to?
Monticello Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drew Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Monticello Elementary School?
408 students attend Monticello Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Monticello Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello Elementary School?
Monticello Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monticello Elementary School offer ?
Monticello Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monticello Elementary School part of?
Monticello Elementary School is part of Monticello School District.
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