For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 257 students in Monroe, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Monroe, IA is Monroe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monroe, IA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Monroe have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Monroe, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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-2 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Monroe, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Monroe, IA include Monroe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Monroe?
1 public elementary schools are located in Monroe.
What is the racial composition of students in Monroe?
Monroe public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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