Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Monroe City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Monroe City Elementary School's student population of 331 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Encourage • Equip • Empower • All Students, Staff, and Community
School Rankings
Monroe City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe City Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#824 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
5%
15%
White
79%
67%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe City Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe City Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Monroe City Elementary School?
331 students attend Monroe City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Monroe City Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe City Elementary School?
Monroe City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Monroe City Elementary School offer ?
Monroe City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe City Elementary School part of?
Monroe City Elementary School is part of Monroe City R-I School District.
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