Serving 65 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monticello Nature Based Education ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello Nature Based Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Monticello Nature Based Education's student population of 65 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Monticello Nature Based Education ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Nature Based Education is 0.17, 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
#217 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Nature Based Education's ranking?
Monticello Nature Based Education is ranked #217 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Monticello Nature Based Education?
65 students attend Monticello Nature Based Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Monticello Nature Based Education students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Monticello Nature Based Education offer ?
Monticello Nature Based Education offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monticello Nature Based Education part of?
Monticello Nature Based Education is part of Monticello Public School District.
School Reviews
Review Monticello Nature Based Education. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Gifted, Honors, and Advanced Tracks: Are They Accessible or Just Advertised?
Learn how to evaluate gifted, honors, and advanced academic programs in public schools, including admission criteria, equity, and the questions every parent should ask.
Algebra Readiness: What Parents Should Ask Before Middle School
Discover how to determine if your child is ready for algebra before middle school, including the questions parents should ask and the skills students need to succeed.
How to Evaluate Reading Instruction in Your Zoned Elementary School
Learn how to evaluate reading instruction in your neighborhood elementary school by recognizing effective literacy practices, asking the right questions, and understanding what quality reading instruction looks like.
