Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Elementary serves the west part of Mankato, MN, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a 1.3-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Equity, Empowerment. Every Student, Every Day.
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#292 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
367 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Monroe Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Elementary School?
Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monroe Elementary School offer ?
Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Elementary School part of?
Monroe Elementary School is part of Mankato Public School District.
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