Monticello High School is a public high school located in Monticello, Minnesota, United States. It is a part of the Monticello School District. The Principals are Matthew Coalwell and Lori Hanson.
Serving 1,330 students in grades 9-12, Monticello Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monticello Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Monticello Senior High School's student population of 1,330 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Monticello Senior High School 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 Senior High School is 0.35, 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
#306 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Magic
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monticello Senior High School's ranking?
Monticello Senior High School is ranked #306 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Monticello Senior High School often compared to?
Monticello Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Michael-albertville Senior High School, Buffalo Senior High School, Annandale Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monticello Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Monticello Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Monticello Senior High School?
1,330 students attend Monticello Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Monticello Senior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monticello Senior High School?
Monticello Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monticello Senior High School offer ?
Monticello Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monticello Senior High School part of?
Monticello Senior High School is part of Monticello Public School District.
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