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Best Schools in Monroe, Washington

14 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 3 Other

Public: 9
Private: 5
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10
Estimated Scores: 22%
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Choosing a school in Monroe?

Use this page to compare every school in Monroe by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Fryelands Elementary

7.5/10

Elementary · Monroe School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Leaders in Learning

7.2/10

High · Monroe School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Monroe High School

7.2/10

High · Monroe School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Monroe for 2026 are Fryelands Elementary (7.5/10), Leaders in Learning (7.2/10), and Monroe High School (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

14

9 public · 5 private

Avg Score

6.1

out of 10

Median Home

$638,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Leaders in Learning

STAAR proficiency rose +12.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Monroe schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Monroe

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 14 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#SchoolRating
1Fryelands Elementary7.5 / 10
2Leaders in Learning7.2 / 10
3Monroe High School7.2 / 10
4Park Place Middle School6.2 / 10
5Frank Wagner Elementary6.0 / 10
6Salem Woods Elementary School5.8 / 10
7Sky Valley Education Center5.5 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.1/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$115,894

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$638,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
29%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
33 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
80%

Of occupied housing units

How Monroe compares

Washington rank

#106 of 193

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.2

below Washington avg (6.3)

Median household income

$116k

130% of Washington median

Schools in this city

9

Monroe School District runs Monroe's public schools

9 public schools. Monroe School District is the only district on the page.

Every assigned public school in Monroe is a Monroe School District school (9 of 9).

Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.5 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Monroe, not a citywide average.

About Schools in Monroe, Washington

Monroe, Washington is home to 14 schools, including 9 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Monroe show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Monroe is Fryelands Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Monroe is served by 1 school district: Monroe School District. These districts collectively serve 5,671 students.

Monroe's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $115,894. The poverty rate in the area is 6.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP:98272(14)

Elementary Schools

7 schools
#SchoolRating
1409 students · Pre-K–5th7.5
2543 students · Pre-K–5th6.0
3477 students · Pre-K–5th5.8
Private Schools4 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

182 students · Pre-K–6thNot Rated
2255 students · Pre-K–8thNot Rated
36 students · Pre-K–KindergartenNot Rated
427 students · Kindergarten–7thNot Rated

Middle Schools

1 school
#SchoolRating
1718 students · 6th–8th6.2

High Schools

3 schools
#SchoolRating
148 students · 9th–12th7.2
21,491 students · 9th–12th7.2
Private Schools1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

11 students · 10th–10thNot Rated

Other Schools

3 schools
#SchoolRating
1887 students · Kindergarten–12th5.5
227 students · Pre-K–12th—
329 students · Pre-K–Pre-K—

Schools in Monroe

Monroe, Washington · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$115,894

Median Home Value

$638,300

Median Rent

$1,902/mo

Population

32,055

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Community Profile

Monroe has a median household income of $115,894. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $638,300, with a median rent of $1,902/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

Elementary
7
Middle
1
High
3
Other
3

Other Major Cities in Washington

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How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Monroe, Washington

How many schools are in Monroe, Washington?

Monroe has 14 schools, including 9 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Monroe, Washington?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Monroe is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Monroe, Washington?

The top-ranked school in Monroe on MySchoolScout is Fryelands Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Monroe, Washington?

The top-ranked elementary school in Monroe on MySchoolScout is Fryelands Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Monroe, Washington?

The top-ranked middle school in Monroe on MySchoolScout is Park Place Middle School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What is the best high school in Monroe, Washington?

The top-ranked high school in Monroe on MySchoolScout is Leaders in Learning with a composite score of 7.2/10.

How many school districts serve Monroe, Washington?

Monroe is served by 1 school district: Monroe School District.

What is the education level in Monroe, Washington?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in Monroe have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Monroe, Washington?

The median household income in Monroe is approximately $115,894 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Monroe, Washington?

Yes, Monroe has 5 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Monroe Montessori School with a score of 4.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Monroe, Washington?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Monroe is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Monroe, Washington?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.