For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,360 students in Monroe, IN (there are , serving 99 private students). 93% 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 51% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Adams Central Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
222 W Washington St
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6151
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6151
Grades: 6-8
| 317 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 408 students
Rank: #33.
Adams Central Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
222 W Washington St
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6629
Monroe, IN 46772
(260) 692-6629
Grades: PK-5
| 635 students
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?
93% 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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