Waterloo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterloo School serves the southeast part of Monroe, MI, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
268 students
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Waterloo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2814 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
18%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
63%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
50%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterloo Elementary School's ranking?
Waterloo Elementary School is ranked #2814 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Waterloo Elementary School often compared to?
Waterloo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raisinville School, Triumph Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Waterloo Elementary School?
268 students attend Waterloo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Waterloo Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Waterloo Elementary School offer ?
Waterloo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterloo Elementary School part of?
Waterloo Elementary School is part of Monroe Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Waterloo Elementary School located?
Waterloo Elementary School is located in the West Monroe neighborhood of Monroe, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in West Monroe.
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