Serving 942 students in grades 6-8, Monticello Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 942 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Middle School's student population of 942 students has declined by 8% 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
942 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Monticello Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#518 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Middle School's ranking?
Monticello Middle School is ranked #518 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% 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?
942 students attend Monticello Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Monticello Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 19:1, 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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