The James Monroe Elementary School in Chicago at 3651 W Schubert Ave. serves pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and is considered Logan Square's largest neighborhood school. James Monroe's impressive stone facade reflects the school's unique presence in the community as a cluster magnet school for world languages.
Enrolling 740 students who enjoy an average class size of 25 and an average teacher-to-student ratio of 12-to-1, every student at James Monroe is expected to speak, listen to and write Spanish. Students also study Spanish literature and learn about the music and holiday traditions of Latin countries. In total, James Monroe Elementary supports three Magnet programs in Spanish, Art and Blended Needs.
James Monroe Elementary is home to an engaging mix of extracurricular opportunities. Participation in student orchestra, band, the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance, computer coding, Opera for All and the STEM Lab provide students with a vibrant culture of enrichment. Athletic programs supported include basketball, softball, cross country, soccer, track and field and volleyball
The school's motto: "Go Bigger, Go Further: Together," echoes Monroe Elementary School's mission to unite the culturally diverse neighborhood of Logan Square. Through education and inclusion, James Monroe Elementary teaches students the value of both individual and shared successes.
Monroe Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
3651 W Schubert Ave,
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Edwin Rivera
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
9%
Reading Proficiency
19%
Niche Grade
C+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
19%
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Math Proficiency
9%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
47
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Full Time Teachers
47
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Teachers in First or Second Year
2%
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GreatSchools Rating
3
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
20.8%
State Average
43%
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Math
14%
State Average
38.5%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
721:1
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Student Diversity
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Female
52%
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Male
48%
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Hispanic
89.3%
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White
6.5%
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Black
2.5%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/11/2020
Kids are in a safe and fun learning environment. They will be able to learn all the skills and knowledge necessary for high school. They will also get a chance to be part of communities with all the extracurricular activities that the school has to offer.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/16/2016
James Monroe Elementary School has a great Parent-Mentor Program that assists teachers in the classrooms. This program is beneficial to the children as well because the parents are positive role-models for students during class. The staff, parents and students are a community that works very well to...
1/10/2011
This school is great. I've been here since pre-k and will hopefully stay until 8th grade. The teachers are great and the help we get here couldn't be better!
12/16/2009
6/18/2007
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List Price Range
$287K - $2.3M
Homes For Sale
33
Average Home Value
$726,961
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
68%
Average Household Income
$124,547
% of College Grads
56.6%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
3,085 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
58.0%
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Homes for Rent
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- 4 Beds
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- 7th to 12th
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Parks in this Area
The 606 - Bloomingdale Trail
- Bike Trails
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Lucy Flower Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
de Burgos (Julia) Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Logan Boulevard Skate Park
- Skateboard
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Maple Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Maplewood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Community Center
Bloomingdale Trail — The 606
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Ridgeway Trailhead
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Palmer Square Park
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Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Roscoe Village
Vibrant, lively "village within the city" on the North Side of Chicago
Hermosa
Blue-collar community with strong manufacturing roots and rich Latin culture
Monroe Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Chicago, IL and is served by the Chicago Public Schools in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 715 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 9% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 19% are proficient in reading. Monroe Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $726,961. Discover additional schools in the area, like Kelvyn Park High School, Foreman College and Career Academy, Lane Tech College Prep High School, and more. Learn more about what Chicago has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Monroe Elementary School.