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#87 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 4% in state

Monroe Elem.

Elementary School · ST. CHARLES R-VI

2670 ZUMBEHL RD, St. Charles, MO 63301

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#87 of 2,221

In St. Charles

#4 of 33

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

ST. CHARLES R-VI

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Monroe Elem.

8.8/10

Elementary School in St. Charles · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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8.3/10

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About Monroe Elem.

Monroe Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Charles, MO, part of ST. CHARLES R-VI.

Monroe Elem. serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Monroe Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Monroe Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Monroe Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+8.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.4% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,445
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Monroe Elem. — Students at Monroe Elem. score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 34 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
50.1%
ELA
35.1%
2025
Math
54.7%
ELA
47.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Monroe Elem. Compares

See how Monroe Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in MO
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2670 ZUMBEHL RD, St. Charles, MO 63301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Monroe Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLACKHURST ELEMENTARY (rated 9.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINCOLN ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Charles, see our St. Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL St. Charles 0.1 mi 7.2
ST. CHARLES WEST HIGH St. Charles 0.1 mi 8.3
ST CLETUS SCHOOL St. Charles 0.2 mi 6.5
GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. St. Charles 0.9 mi 5.4
SETON REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Charles 1.6 mi 5.6
HARRIS ELEM. St. Charles 1.7 mi 7.0
DUCHESNE HIGH SCHOOL St. Charles 1.8 mi 7.8
BLACKHURST ELEMENTARY St. Charles 2.0 mi 9.7
HARDIN MIDDLE St. Charles 2.1 mi 9.3
ST.CHARLES EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR St. Charles 2.5 mi 6.2
COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles 2.2 mi 7.7
EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC CTR. St. Charles 2.8 mi 3.9
ST. CHARLES HIGH St. Charles 2.4 mi 7.4
FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH HIGH St. Charles 3.0 mi 7.1
LINCOLN ELEM. St. Charles 2.7 mi 9.1
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles 2.6 mi 6.6
HENDERSON ELEM. St. Charles 3.0 mi 5.7
HARVEST RIDGE ELEM. St. Charles 3.4 mi 6.4
FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters 2.9 mi 7.4
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART St. Charles 3.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,551

Median Home Value

$249,400

Median Rent

$1,093/mo

Population

51,625

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

37.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
EDGAR ROAD ELEM. St. Louis, MO 8.8
FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 8.8
GAINESVILLE ELEM. Gainesville, MO 8.8
JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. Blue Springs, MO 8.8
LINCOLN ELEM. Troy, MO 8.8
LONEDELL ELEM. Lonedell, MO 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monroe Elem.

What grades does Monroe Elem. serve?

Monroe Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Monroe Elem.?

Monroe Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Monroe Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Monroe Elem. is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Monroe Elem. rank in MO?

Monroe Elem. ranks #87 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Monroe Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Monroe Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Monroe Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Monroe Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Monroe Elem. a charter school?

No, Monroe Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Monroe Elem. a Title I school?

No, Monroe Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monroe Elem.?

9.5% of students at Monroe Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
St. Charles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

ST. CHARLES R-VI
District Enrollment
4,700
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,445
District Rank
#4 of 11

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