Monroe Central Jr-sr High School

1878 N Cr 1000 W
Parker City, IN 47368
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 466 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 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 14:1 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 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Monroe Central Jr-sr High School's student population of 466 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

School Rankings

Monroe Central Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Central Jr-sr High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#779 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
34%
38%
47%
41%
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monroe Central Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Monroe Central Jr-sr High School is ranked #779 out of 1,763 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Monroe Central Jr-sr High School?
466 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, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monroe Central Jr-sr High School?
Monroe Central Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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