Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Monroe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Monroe Elementary School's student population of 57 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monroe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
4%
4%
White
91%
85%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe Elementary School's ranking?
Monroe Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Monroe Elementary School?
57 students attend Monroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Monroe Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Elementary School?
Monroe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Monroe Elementary School offer ?
Monroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe Elementary School part of?
Monroe Elementary School is part of RSU 03/MSAD 03 School District.
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