Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Elementary School serves the northern part of Hinsdale, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest boundary being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 325 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
To provide a premier educational experience that teaches students to be critical thinkers and enables them to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Lane Elementary School, Madison Elementary School, Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
325 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Monroe Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Elementary School?
Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois 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 Hinsdale CCSD 181 School District.
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