Monticello High School is a rural public high school located in Monticello, Wisconsin in Green County, Wisconsin.
Serving 100 students in grades 9-12, Monticello High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monticello High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Monticello school district, covering approximately 64.5 square miles. Typically, it takes 10-15 minutes to drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 5.3 miles and the furthest edge located 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Monticello High School's student population of 100 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
100 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monticello High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1021 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello High School's ranking?
Monticello High School is ranked #1021 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monticello High School?
The graduation rate of Monticello High School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Monticello High School?
100 students attend Monticello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Monticello High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello High School?
Monticello High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
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 School District.
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