Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Monger Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monger Elementary School serves the southern part of Elkhart, IN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monger Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Monger Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monger Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1038 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
64%
15%
Black
17%
14%
White
12%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monger Elementary School's ranking?
Monger Elementary School is ranked #1038 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Monger Elementary School often compared to?
Monger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Beck Elementary School, Concord Ox Bow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Monger Elementary School?
394 students attend Monger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Monger Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monger Elementary School?
Monger Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Monger Elementary School offer ?
Monger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monger Elementary School part of?
Monger Elementary School is part of Elkhart Community Schools.
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