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Best Monticello Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 2,505 students in Monticello, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Monticello, MN are Pinewood Elementary School, Monticello Nature Based Education and Little Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monticello, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Monticello have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Monticello, MN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinewood Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1010 W Broadway St
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2401
Gr: 1-5 | 794 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Monticello Nature Based Education
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9842 Briarwood Avenue Ne
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2801
Gr: K-5 | 65 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Little Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9350 Fallon Ave Ne
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2600
Gr: 1-5 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Swan River Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
500 Maple St
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 271-7926
Gr: PK-6 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #55.
Monticello Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
800 Broadway E
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2101
Gr: 6-8 | 860 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Foundations I
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
302 Washington St
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2600
Gr: K-6 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Monticello Middle School - Snw
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
800 East Broadway
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2050
Gr: 6-8 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #88.
Pinewood Elementary - Snw
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1010 W Broadway St
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2050
Gr: K-6 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #99.
Foundations Ii
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
406 E 7th St
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2050
Gr: 5-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Rise
Special Education School
406 E 7th St
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2050
Gr: 1-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Summit
Special Education School
406 E 7th St
Monticello, MN 55362
(763) 272-2050
Gr: K-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Monticello, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Monticello, MN include Pinewood Elementary School, Monticello Nature Based Education and Little Mountain Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Monticello?
11 public elementary schools are located in Monticello.
What is the racial composition of students in Monticello?
Monticello public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Monticello are often viewed compared to one another?

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