Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Elementary serves the southwest part of Santa Barbara, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
315 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 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 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3143 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
20%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 #3143 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Barbara Community Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
315 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Monroe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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-6
What school district is Monroe Elementary School part of?
Monroe Elementary School is part of Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Monroe Elementary School located?
Monroe Elementary School is located in the Alta Mesa neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Alta Mesa.
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