Monticello Elementary School serves 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 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 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
35%
19%
White
55%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Monticello Elementary School?
444 students attend Monticello Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Monticello Elementary School students are White, 35% 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 13:1.
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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