For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 536 students in Monroe, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Monroe, IA are Pcm High School and Monroe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monroe, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Monroe have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Monroe, IA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pcm High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 East Highway 163
Monroe, IA 50170
(515) 994-8222
Monroe, IA 50170
(515) 994-8222
Gr: 9-12 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 N Jasper
Monroe, IA 50170
(515) 994-8222
Monroe, IA 50170
(515) 994-8222
Gr: PK-3 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monroe, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Monroe, IA include Pcm High School and Monroe Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Monroe?
2 public schools are located in Monroe.
What is the racial composition of students in Monroe?
Monroe public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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