For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 564 students in Monticello, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in Monticello, MS is Lawrence County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monticello, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Monticello have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Monticello, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lawrence County High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Monticello, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawrence County High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
713 Thomas E. Jolly Dr.
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-4910
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-4910
Gr: 9-12 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Lawrence Co Tech & Career Center
Vocational School
686 Smith Lane
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-9346
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-9346
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Monticello, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Monticello, MS include Lawrence County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Monticello?
2 public high schools are located in Monticello.
What is the racial composition of students in Monticello?
Monticello public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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