Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Casey, IL, encompassing approximately 199.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.2 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 14.4 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 530 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
530 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
'Never Stop Learning'
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% 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 0.12, 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
#1255 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
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 #1255 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martinsville Elementary School, North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
530 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Monroe Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monroe Elementary School offer ?
Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Monroe Elementary School part of?
Monroe Elementary School is part of Casey-Westfield CUSD 4c School District.
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