Serving 327 students in grades 6-8, Monticello Middle 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 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monticello Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Monticello, AR, covering approximately 95 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 5.9 miles and the furthest edge located 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Middle School's student population of 327 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering A Community of Lifetime Learners
School Rankings
Monticello Middle 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 Middle 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
#621 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
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 ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Billies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Middle School's ranking?
Monticello Middle School is ranked #621 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Monticello Middle School?
327 students attend Monticello Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Monticello Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello Middle School?
Monticello Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monticello Middle School offer ?
Monticello Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monticello Middle School part of?
Monticello Middle School is part of Monticello School District.
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