Serving 62 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- 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 62 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
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 0.19, 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
#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
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
90%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 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?
62 students attend Monticello Nature Based Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Monticello Nature Based Education students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
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.
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