Monrovia Elementary School in Huntsville ranks in the top 10% of Alabama public schools overall and for math, reading/language arts, and science proficiency, with a 2023 state rank of #66 reflecting improvement from #128 in 2021.
Math proficiency stood at 65%, reading proficiency at 74%, and science proficiency between 60–64%, all higher than the Alabama state averages of 30%, 47%, and 38% respectively in 2023.
Enrollment increased to 581 students in grades Pre–K through 5 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 55% and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, reflecting demographic diversity in this Madison County school.
The percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose to 27% in 2023 from 13% in 2022, indicating growing socioeconomic needs among the student population.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded the state average, reaching 94% in 2023 compared to Alabama's 88%, confirming strong student outcomes at this Union County NJ high school counterpart in Alabama.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Monrovia Elementary School serves the southwest part of Huntsville, AL, covering an area of approximately 26.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monrovia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Monrovia Elementary School's student population of 600 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Monrovia Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monrovia Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
39%
31%
White
42%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monrovia Elementary School's ranking?
Monrovia Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Monrovia Elementary School often compared to?
Monrovia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Endeavor Elementary School, Legacy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Monrovia Elementary School?
600 students attend Monrovia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Monrovia Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monrovia Elementary School?
Monrovia Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Monrovia Elementary School offer ?
Monrovia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monrovia Elementary School part of?
Monrovia Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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