For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 509 students in Monroe City, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Monroe City, MO are Monroe City Elementary School and Monroe City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monroe City, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Monroe City have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Monroe City, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monroe City Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401a Hwy 24/36 East
Monroe City, MO 63456
(573) 735-4632
Monroe City, MO 63456
(573) 735-4632
Gr: PK-4 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Monroe City Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401a Hwy 24/36 East
Monroe City, MO 63456
(573) 735-4742
Monroe City, MO 63456
(573) 735-4742
Gr: 5-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Monroe City, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Monroe City, MO include Monroe City Elementary School and Monroe City Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Monroe City?
2 public elementary schools are located in Monroe City.
What is the racial composition of students in Monroe City?
Monroe City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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