Serving 692 students in grades 6-8, Monroe Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Monroe Middle School's student population of 692 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Monroe Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#850 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
17%
28%
Black
9%
17%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Middle School's ranking?
Monroe Middle School is ranked #850 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Monroe Middle School often compared to?
Monroe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Middle School, Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Monroe Middle School?
692 students attend Monroe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Monroe Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monroe Middle School?
Monroe Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Monroe Middle School offer ?
Monroe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Monroe Middle School part of?
Monroe Middle School is part of CUSD 200 School District.
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