For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,360 students in Monroe, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 45 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Monroe, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Monroe, IN are Adams Central Middle School, Adams Central High School and Adams Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monroe, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Monroe have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Monroe, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adams Central Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
222 W Washington St
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6151
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6151
Gr: 6-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Adams Central High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
222 W Washington St
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6151
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6151
Gr: 9-12 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Adams Central Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
222 W Washington St
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6629
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6629
Gr: PK-5 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monroe, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Monroe, IN include Adams Central Middle School, Adams Central High School and Adams Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Monroe?
3 public schools are located in Monroe.
What percentage of students in Monroe go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Monroe are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Monroe?
Monroe public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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