Serving 314 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#28 out of 3663 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Lane Elementary School, Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
314 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Monroe Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monroe Elementary School?
Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monroe Elementary School offer ?
Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Monroe Elementary School part of?
Monroe Elementary School is part of Hinsdale CCSD 181 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of Student Attendance
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of Student Attendance
August 20, 2024 (Tuesday)
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