Serving 624 students in grades Kindergarten-6, James Monroe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- 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:
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Attribute
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School Overview
James Monroe Elementary School's student population of 624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
624 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Monroe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% 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 0.06, 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
#5166 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
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 #5166 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James Monroe Elementary School?
624 students attend James Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of James Monroe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Monroe Elementary School?
James Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James Monroe Elementary School offer ?
James Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is James Monroe Elementary School part of?
James Monroe Elementary School is part of Madera Unified School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I hate it. Here's why my daughter has been recently getting bullied and I've talked to the teachers, the principal and they did nothing but just to ignore me. My daughter has been so bullied that she locks herself in her room and she simply ignores me because she thinks I do nothing about it. I had to do something, and I changed schools. Now she goes to John Pershing elementary school, and she loves. It, this school has many excellent reviews and I think this school is perfect for my daughter. This school is full of amazing and kind people. I just want to thank all the teachers and co ulcers that helped my daughter have her best times in John Pershing elementary school.
5 10/10/2025
Super good school!!!
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