Serving 802 students in grades 6-8, Monroe Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe Middle serves the west part of Monroe, NC, covering an area of approximately 33.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroe Middle School's student population of 802 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
802 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Monroe Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2233 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
65%
22%
Black
26%
24%
White
5%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Middle School's ranking?
Monroe Middle School is ranked #2233 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Monroe Middle School often compared to?
Monroe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont Middle School, Parkwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Monroe Middle School?
802 students attend Monroe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Monroe Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Middle School?
Monroe Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Monroe Middle School offer ?
Monroe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Middle School part of?
Monroe Middle School is part of Union County School District.
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