For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 701 students in Monticello, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 335 private students). 0% of all K-12 students in Monticello, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in Monticello, FL are Turning Point and Jefferson Schools K-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monticello, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Monticello have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Monticello, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turning Point
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
575 S Water St
Monticello, FL 32344
(850) 997-3555
Monticello, FL 32344
(850) 997-3555
Gr: 6-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Schools K-12
(Math: 26% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
50 David Rd
Monticello, FL 32344
(850) 997-3555
Monticello, FL 32344
(850) 997-3555
Gr: PK-12 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
1490 W Washington St
Monticello, FL 32344
(850) 342-0100
Monticello, FL 32344
(850) 342-0100
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
1490 W Washington St
Monticello, FL 32344
(850) 342-0100
Monticello, FL 32344
(850) 342-0100
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monticello, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Monticello, FL include Turning Point and Jefferson Schools K-12.
How many public schools are located in Monticello?
5 public schools are located in Monticello.
What percentage of students in Monticello go to public school?
0% of all K-12 students in Monticello are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in Monticello?
Monticello public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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