Serving 1,552 students in grades 9-12, Monroe High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Monroe High School's student population of 1,552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Monroe High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1106 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
56%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe High School's ranking?
Monroe High School is ranked #1106 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monroe High School?
The graduation rate of Monroe High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Monroe High School?
1,552 students attend Monroe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Monroe High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monroe High School?
Monroe High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Monroe High School offer ?
Monroe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Monroe High School part of?
Monroe High School is part of Monroe School District.
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