Serving 611 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Elementary serves the northern part of Hanford, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 611 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
611 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#3745 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe Elementary School is ranked #3745 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
611 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Monroe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Elementary School?
Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monroe Elementary School offer ?
Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Monroe Elementary School part of?
Monroe Elementary School is part of Hanford Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break:
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break:
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break:
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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