Summary:
The Monticello Public School District in Minnesota operates 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 54 out of 463 in the state and is rated 4 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.
Within the district, a few schools stand out. Monticello Nature Based Education is an exceptional elementary school, ranked 9th out of 881 in the state with a 5-star rating. It boasts exceptional academic performance, with over 90% of students proficient in math and 80% in reading. Pinewood Elementary is another strong performer, ranked 189th in the state with a 4-star rating and high proficiency rates in reading and science.
The district's graduation and dropout rates vary significantly, with Monticello Senior High having a 94.2% four-year graduation rate and a 1.9% dropout rate, while the Monticello Alternative Program has a 47.6% graduation rate and a 4.7% dropout rate. The schools with the highest free/reduced lunch rates tend to have lower student-teacher ratios, suggesting a focus on supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
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