Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Monroe Elementary serves the southwest part of Indio, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Monroe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
James Monroe Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Monroe Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1561 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
James Monroe Elementary School is ranked #1561 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are James Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
James Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gerald R. Ford Elementary School, James Earl Carter Elementary School, George Washington Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James Monroe Elementary School?
562 students attend James Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of James Monroe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Monroe Elementary School?
James Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James Monroe Elementary School offer ?
James Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is James Monroe Elementary School part of?
James Monroe Elementary School is part of Desert Sands Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Awesome school, great teachers, staff, and administration. VERY focused on students first - that is the way it should be. Rigorous academics and high expectations for behavior. This school is a small gem amongst schools that not many know is ranked number one in Desert Sands and also scores top of all elementary schools in the three valley schools. Thank you to the entire staff and leadership for all their hard work with our students.
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