Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, Montevideo Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montevideo Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Montevideo Senior High School's student population of 400 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Montevideo Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montevideo Senior High School is 0.41, 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
#913 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
74%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montevideo Senior High School's ranking?
Montevideo Senior High School is ranked #913 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montevideo Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Montevideo Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Montevideo Senior High School?
400 students attend Montevideo Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Montevideo Senior High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montevideo Senior High School?
Montevideo Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montevideo Senior High School offer ?
Montevideo Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montevideo Senior High School part of?
Montevideo Senior High School is part of Montevideo Public School District.
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