Serving 405 students in grades 6-8, Monticello Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Monticello Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing an area of approximately 159.1 square miles in Monticello, IL. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Monticello Middle School's student population of 405 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Monticello Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#806 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Middle School's ranking?
Monticello Middle School is ranked #806 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Monticello Middle School?
405 students attend Monticello Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Monticello Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% 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 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monticello Middle School offer ?
Monticello Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Monticello Middle School part of?
Monticello Middle School is part of Monticello CUSD 25 School District.
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