Monticello Middle School

Monticello Comm School District
860 East Oak Street
Monticello, IA 52310
299 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Monticello Middle School, located at 217 S. Maple in Monticello, Iowa, serves as a central hub for student development within the Monticello Community School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of young adolescents. By providing a structured yet supportive environment, the middle school aims to foster a culture of curiosity and personal growth, preparing its students for the rigors of future academic challenges.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that extends beyond the traditional classroom. Through its digital presence, the institution highlights a commitment to integrating modern resources and collaborative projects into their curriculum. By prioritizing community engagement and student-centered learning, Monticello Middle School strives to empower its students to become responsible, life-long learners who are well-equipped to contribute positively to the Monticello community and beyond.
299
Total Students
21.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    269 (90.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    12 (4.0 %)
  • Two or More
    9 (3.0 %)
  • Black
    7 (2.3 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Monticello Comm School District
Phone: (319)465-3000
Website: http://www.monticello.k12.ia.us/projects/ms/
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 299
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 82
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 5 72
Grade 6 70
Grade 7 84
Grade 8 73
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Anamosa Middle School
Anamosa Comm School District
344 Students
410 Old Dubuque Road
Anamosa, IA 52205 (9.2 miles away)
Middle School 5th - 8th