For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 939 students in Monticello, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Monticello, IL are Monticello Middle School and Washington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monticello, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Monticello have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Monticello, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Monticello Middle School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2015 E Washington St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Grades: 6-8
| 381 students
Rank: #22.
Washington School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3 Sage Dr
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Grades: PK-3
| 558 students
Monticello, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
700 N Buchanan St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Grades: PK-1
| 265 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Monticello, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Monticello, IL include Monticello Middle School and Washington School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Monticello?
2 public elementary schools are located in Monticello.
What is the racial composition of students in Monticello?
Monticello public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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