Serving 1,215 students in grades 9-12, Monroe High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monroe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Monroe High School's student population of 1,215 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monroe High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monroe High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#896 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
65%
22%
Black
26%
24%
White
6%
42%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)73%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monroe High School's ranking?
Monroe High School is ranked #896 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Monroe High School often compared to?
Monroe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkwood High School, Piedmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Monroe High School?
The graduation rate of Monroe High School is 73%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Monroe High School?
1,215 students attend Monroe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Monroe High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe High School?
Monroe High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Monroe High School offer ?
Monroe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monroe High School part of?
Monroe High School is part of Union County School District.
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