Serving 217 students in grades 7-12, Monticello High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Monticello High School's student population of 217 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Monticello High School ranks within the top 10% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 975 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello High School's ranking?
Monticello High School is ranked #68 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Monticello High School often compared to?
Monticello High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Juan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monticello High School?
The graduation rate of Monticello High School is 90%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Monticello High School?
217 students attend Monticello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Monticello High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monticello High School?
Monticello High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monticello High School offer ?
Monticello High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Monticello High School part of?
Monticello High School is part of San Juan School District.
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