Monroe School District 1J

The Monroe School District 1J in Oregon consists of two schools: Monroe Grade School, an elementary school, and Monroe High School. While Monroe High School is a standout performer, with consistently high rankings and strong academic outcomes, Monroe Grade School appears to be struggling academically.

Monroe High School has consistently ranked in the top 30% of Oregon high schools over the past 3 years, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts an impressive 81.8% 4-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, Monroe High School students outperform the district and state averages on state assessments in English Language Arts and Science. In contrast, Monroe Grade School has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger and has seen its statewide ranking decline over the past 3 years, with proficiency rates well below the state averages across multiple grade levels and subject areas.

Chronic absenteeism rates are high at both schools, around 34% for the 2023-2024 school year. Monroe Grade School also has a higher percentage of students eligible for free/reduced lunch (51.6%) compared to Monroe High School (38.1%). Additionally, per-student spending is higher at Monroe High School ($23,470) compared to Monroe Grade School ($17,464), which may suggest an imbalance in resource distribution across the district.