Serving 664 students in grades 3-5, Monticello Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monticello Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 484.2 square miles in Monticello, KY. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 16.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Elementary School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
664 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monticello Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#927 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
White
87%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Elementary School's ranking?
Monticello Elementary School is ranked #927 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Monticello Elementary School?
664 students attend Monticello Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Monticello Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
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 Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Monticello Elementary School offer ?
Monticello Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monticello Elementary School part of?
Monticello Elementary School is part of Wayne County School District.
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