For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,803 students in Monticello, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Monticello, KY are Otter Creek Academy, Wayne County Middle School and Wayne County Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monticello, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Monticello have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Monticello, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Otter Creek Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1442 Old Bethel Church Rd
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 343-0203
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 343-0203
Gr: 6-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Wayne County Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
95 Champion Drive
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-6691
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-6691
Gr: 6-8 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Wayne County Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1025 South Main Street
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-8484
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-8484
Gr: 6-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Monticello Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
160 Cave St
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 340-3900
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 340-3900
Gr: 3-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
278 Kenny Davis Blvd.
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-8150
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-8150
Gr: 1-2 | 437 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Monticello, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
314 Albany Rd
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-6691
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-6691
Gr: 7-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
160 Cave St
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-5312
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-5312
Gr: 9-12 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
160 Cave St
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-5312
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-5312
Gr: 6-8 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
250 Cardinal Way
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-6122
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-6122
Gr: 5-6 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
99 Lloyd Circle
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-1494
Monticello, KY 42633
(606) 348-1494
Gr: PK | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 52:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Monticello, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Monticello, KY include Otter Creek Academy, Wayne County Middle School and Wayne County Learning Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in Monticello?
5 public elementary schools are located in Monticello.
What is the racial composition of students in Monticello?
Monticello public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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