Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Elementary School serves the northwest part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
82%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitney Elementary School, Owyhee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
206 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Monroe Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Elementary School?
Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Monroe Elementary School offer ?
Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Elementary School part of?
Monroe Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Monroe Elementary School located?
Monroe Elementary School is located in the Boise Bench neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 10 other public schools located in Boise Bench.
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