Monticello High School is located in Monticello, Utah, United States. The school mascot is the Buckaroo and the school colors are orange and black. It is a part of the San Juan School District. The school won its first football state championship in 1969.
Serving 217 students in grades 7-12, Monticello High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Monticello High School's student population of 217 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Student Success
School Rankings
Monticello High School ranks within the top 30% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#216 out of 957 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello High School's ranking?
Monticello High School is ranked #216 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Monticello High School often compared to?
Monticello High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Juan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monticello High School?
The graduation rate of Monticello High School is 90%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Monticello High School?
217 students attend Monticello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Monticello High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello High School?
Monticello High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monticello High School offer ?
Monticello High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Monticello High School part of?
Monticello High School is part of San Juan School District.
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