Monroe Elementary School

417 East Central Ave.
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 217 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in CA
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Monroe Elementary serves the southern part of Santa Ana, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Monroe Elementary School's student population of 217 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
217 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

Monroe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#7963 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

15-19%
34%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

20-24%
47%
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
98%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
1%
20%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
99%
0.04

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
27.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe Elementary School is ranked #7963 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
217 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Monroe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Elementary School?
Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Monroe Elementary School located?
Monroe Elementary School is located in the Delhi neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Delhi.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 217 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Monroe Elementary serves the southern part of Santa Ana, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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