Serving 305 students in grades 5-8, Monticello Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monticello Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Monticello school district, covering approximately 169.6 square miles. Typically, it takes 15-20 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the edge and a furthest reach of 11.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Middle School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Campus Size
75 acres
School Motto
With the support of staff, parents, and community, it is our mission to create a positive and collaborative environment where students grow and achieve at high levels.
School Rankings
Monticello Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Middle School is 0.29, 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
#531 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Middle School's ranking?
Monticello Middle School is ranked #531 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Monticello Middle School often compared to?
Monticello Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anamosa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Monticello Middle School?
305 students attend Monticello Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Monticello Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello Middle School?
Monticello Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monticello Middle School offer ?
Monticello Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monticello Middle School part of?
Monticello Middle School is part of Monticello Comm School District.
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