Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary serves the southwest part of Ash, NC, covering an area of approximately 65 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 4.8 miles and the furthest edge at 6.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Patriots
School Rankings
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1151 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
5%
4%
Showing 2009–2019. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School is ranked #1151 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Elementary School, Waccamaw by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School?
390 students attend Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School?
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School offer ?
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School part of?
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School is part of Brunswick County Schools.
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