Serving 860 students in grades 6-8, Monticello Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monticello Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Monticello school district, covering approximately 88.8 square miles. This area is located in Monticello, MN, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge being about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Middle School's student population of 860 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
860 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Kid, Every Day
School Rankings
Monticello Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#631 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Middle School's ranking?
Monticello Middle School is ranked #631 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Monticello Middle School often compared to?
Monticello Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockford Middle School, Little Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Monticello Middle School?
860 students attend Monticello Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Monticello Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monticello Middle School?
Monticello Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monticello Middle School offer ?
Monticello Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monticello Middle School part of?
Monticello Middle School is part of Monticello Public School District.
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