Monticello High School is an accredited public high school located in the rural community of Monticello, Arkansas, United States. The school provides comprehensive secondary education for approximately 600 students each year in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 506 students in grades 9-12, Monticello High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monticello High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Monticello, AR, covering approximately 95 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello High School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering A Community of Lifetime Learners
School Rankings
Monticello High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello High School is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#724 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Billy Goats (spell)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello High School's ranking?
Monticello High School is ranked #724 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Monticello High School often compared to?
Monticello High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drew Central High School, Dumas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monticello High School?
The graduation rate of Monticello High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Monticello High School?
506 students attend Monticello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Monticello High School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello High School?
Monticello High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas 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 School District.
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