Serving 327 students in grades 3-5, Monroe Center Grade School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroe Center Grade School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Cardinal Red and Gray
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Cardinals
School Rankings
Monroe Center Grade School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Center Grade School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1399 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
82%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Center Grade School's ranking?
Monroe Center Grade School is ranked #1399 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Monroe Center Grade School?
327 students attend Monroe Center Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Monroe Center Grade School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Center Grade School?
Monroe Center Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monroe Center Grade School offer ?
Monroe Center Grade School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Monroe Center Grade School part of?
Monroe Center Grade School is part of Meridian CUSD 223 School District.
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