Serving 271 students in grades 9-12, Monroe City R-i High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe City R-i High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Monroe City R-i High School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Monroe City R-i High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe City R-i High School is 0.24, 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
#381 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
3%
15%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 R-i High School's ranking?
Monroe City R-i High School is ranked #381 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Monroe City R-i High School often compared to?
Monroe City R-i High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison High School, Paris High School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monroe City R-i High School?
The graduation rate of Monroe City R-i High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Monroe City R-i High School?
271 students attend Monroe City R-i High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Monroe City R-i High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe City R-i High School?
Monroe City R-i High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Monroe City R-i High School offer ?
Monroe City R-i High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe City R-i High School part of?
Monroe City R-i High School is part of Monroe City R-I School District.
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