Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#362 out of 2549 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe Elementary School is ranked #362 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Pennsboro Elementary School, Elmwood Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
474 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Monroe Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monroe Elementary School?
Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monroe Elementary School offer ?
Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Monroe Elementary School part of?
Monroe Elementary School is part of Cumberland Valley SD School District.
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