Serving 860 students in grades 6-8, Monticello Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- 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 860 students has declined by 14% 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
860 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Kid, Every Day
School Rankings
Monticello Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Middle School is 0.38, 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
#631 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
78%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Middle School's ranking?
Monticello Middle School is ranked #631 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Monticello Middle School often compared to?
Monticello Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Mountain Elementary School, Rockford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
860 students attend Monticello Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Monticello Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 17:1, 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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