Very Good
#618 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 31% in state
Montevideo Senior High
High School · MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1501 WILLIAM AVE, Montevideo, MN 56265
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#618 of 1,992
In Montevideo
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Montevideo Senior High
Montevideo Senior High is a public high school in Montevideo, MN, part of MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Montevideo Senior High serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Montevideo Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #618 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Montevideo Senior High show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Montevideo Senior High — Students at Montevideo Senior High score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Montevideo Senior High Compares
See how Montevideo Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1501 WILLIAM AVE, Montevideo, MN 56265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montevideo Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKEVIEW SECONDARY (rated 7.7/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Cottonwood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY SECONDARY (rated 6.8/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BENSON SECONDARY (rated 6.7/10, 26.9 miles away, in nearby Benson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Montevideo, see our Montevideo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sanford Elementary School Montevideo | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| MONTEVIDEO MIDDLE Montevideo | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| MN River Valley ALC-Seatbased Montevideo | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center Montevideo | 0.7 mi | — |
| SWWC ELC - Montevideo Montevideo | 1.0 mi | — |
| RAMSEY ELEMENTARY Montevideo | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite Falls | 11.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Yellow Medicine East Secondary Granite Falls | 11.9 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Cottonwood | 22.0 mi | 8.5 |
| LAKEVIEW SECONDARY Cottonwood | 22.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MACCRAY Secondary Clara City | 16.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MACCRAY Elementary Clara City | 16.3 mi | 7.8 |
| DAWSON-BOYD SECONDARY Dawson | 17.2 mi | 6.6 |
| STEVENS ELEMENTARY Dawson | 17.2 mi | 8.1 |
| LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY SECONDARY Madison | 19.5 mi | 6.8 |
| LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Madison | 19.5 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Benson | 26.7 mi | 5.1 |
| BENSON SECONDARY Benson | 26.9 mi | 6.7 |
| BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson | 26.9 mi | — |
| Appleton-Milan Elementary Appleton | 23.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,564
Median Home Value
$159,000
Median Rent
$835/mo
Population
7,433
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROWERVILLE SECONDARY Browerville, MN | 7.0 |
| Blooming Prairie High School Blooming Prairie, MN | 7.0 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY Cass Lake, MN | 7.0 |
| CLEVELAND SECONDARY Cleveland, MN | 7.0 |
| LE SUEUR-HENDERSON HIGH SCHOOL Le Sueur, MN | 7.0 |
| MAPLE LAKE SECONDARY Maple Lake, MN | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montevideo Senior High
What grades does Montevideo Senior High serve?
Montevideo Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Montevideo Senior High?
Montevideo Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montevideo Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Montevideo Senior High is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montevideo Senior High rank in MN?
Montevideo Senior High ranks #618 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Montevideo Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Montevideo Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Montevideo Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montevideo Senior High has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Montevideo Senior High a charter school?
No, Montevideo Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montevideo Senior High a Title I school?
No, Montevideo Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montevideo Senior High?
48.2% of students at Montevideo Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Chippewa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (320) 269-6446
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,396
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,615
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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