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10 schools in Monticello

Arkansas · Public K-12

In Monticello, Arkansas, public K-12 schools total 10 and serve approximately 2,874 students, with an average school size of 287.

4-year change in Monticello

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,874
-35 (-1%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
8
+1 (+14%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
8,257
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
2,874
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
10
public K-12

About Monticello

Public education in Monticello, Arkansas runs across 10 schools that educates roughly 2,874 students. By footprint, Monticello sits in the middle-population bracket.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is built around 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high.

Per-school enrollment runs near 287, noticeably below the state mean of about 456.

Over the past 4-year window. Combined enrollment now sits at 2,874 students, stayed largely flat from the 2,909 reported in SY 2020-21. Monticello now counts 8 public schools, up from 7 in SY 2020-21.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Monticello discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Monticello, Arkansas?
There are 10 public K-12 schools in Monticello, with a combined enrollment of about 2,874.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Monticello?
Monticello has 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools.
What is the largest public school in Monticello?
DREW CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is the largest public school in Monticello by enrollment, with approximately 562 students.
What school districts serve Monticello?
Monticello is served by 4 public school districts, including DREW CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, MONTICELLO SCHOOL DISTRICT, DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICES SCHOOL SYSTEM, MONTICELLO OCCUPATIONAL EDUCATION CENTER.
What grade levels do public schools in Monticello cover?
Public schools in Monticello serve students from pre-K through grade 12.