Serving 355 students in grades 6-8, Monticello Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monticello Middle School's student population of 355 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering A Community of Lifetime Learners
School Mascot
Billies
School Rankings
Monticello Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monticello Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#621 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
42%
19%
White
54%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Billies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Middle School's ranking?
Monticello Middle School is ranked #621 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Monticello Middle School?
355 students attend Monticello Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Monticello Middle School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monticello Middle School?
Monticello Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monticello Middle School offer ?
Monticello Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monticello Middle School part of?
Monticello Middle School is part of Monticello School District.
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