Serving 706 students in grades 6-8, Monroe Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Monroe Middle School's student population of 706 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monroe Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Middle School is 0.61, 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
#846 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
10%
17%
White
58%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Monroe Middle School is ranked #846 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Monroe Middle School?
706 students attend Monroe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Monroe Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monroe Middle School?
Monroe Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monroe Middle School offer ?
Monroe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Monroe Middle School part of?
Monroe Middle School is part of CUSD 200 School District.
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