Serving 470 students in grades 7-12, Monroe Central Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Central Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 85.5 square miles around Parker City, IN. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 5.8 miles and the furthest edge located 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Central Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Monroe Central Jr-sr High School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Monroe Central Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Central Jr-sr High School is 0.14, 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
#858 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
White
93%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Central Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Monroe Central Jr-sr High School is ranked #858 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Monroe Central Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Monroe Central Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winchester Community High School, Wapahani High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monroe Central Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Monroe Central Jr-sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Monroe Central Jr-sr High School?
470 students attend Monroe Central Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Monroe Central Jr-sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Central Jr-sr High School?
Monroe Central Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Monroe Central Jr-sr High School offer ?
Monroe Central Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Central Jr-sr High School part of?
Monroe Central Jr-sr High School is part of Monroe Central School Corp School District.
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