Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1660 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
43%
13%
White
26%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe Elementary School is ranked #1660 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Monroe Elementary School often compared to?
Monroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, Muessel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
450 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Monroe Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 15% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Elementary School?
Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Monroe Elementary School offer ?
Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Elementary School part of?
Monroe Elementary School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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