Monticello Middle vs Willow Creek Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 180 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monticello Middle
Monticello · Public middle · Grades 6–8
860 students
Willow Creek Middle School
Rochester · Public middle · Grades 6–8
864 students
| Measure | Monticello Middle Monticello, Minnesota | Willow Creek Middle School Rochester, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #79 of 266 | #192 of 266 |
| National rank | #2817 of 15,369 | #7400 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 860 | 864 |
| Enrollment | 860 | 864 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.8% | 35.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 36% |
| city | Monticello | Rochester |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monticello Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.6 vs 51.2).
- •Monticello Middle does better on math proficiency (62% vs 36%).
- •Monticello Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 46%).
- •Monticello Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.8% vs 35.5%).
- •Willow Creek Middle School is the larger school with 864 students compared with 860.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Monticello Middle better than Willow Creek Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Monticello Middle ranks higher (72.6 vs 51.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Monticello Middle and Willow Creek Middle School?
About 180 km in a straight line, between Monticello and Rochester in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monticello Middle: 860. Willow Creek Middle School: 864. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monticello Middle and Willow Creek Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Monticello Middle is 79th of 266 and Willow Creek Middle School is 192nd of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).