Serving 320 students in grades 9-12, Monticello High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monticello High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Monticello, IA, covering approximately 169.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Monticello High School's student population of 320 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'
School Rankings
Monticello High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello High School is 0.21, 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
#626 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
89%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello High School's ranking?
Monticello High School is ranked #626 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Monticello High School often compared to?
Monticello High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anamosa High School, Maquoketa Valley Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monticello High School?
The graduation rate of Monticello High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Monticello High School?
320 students attend Monticello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Monticello High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello High School?
Monticello High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monticello High School offer ?
Monticello High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monticello High School part of?
Monticello High School is part of Monticello Comm School District.
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